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Rotterdam is a dynamic international city on the waterfront, always offering something to see or do. The metropolis is famous all across the globe as one of the world’s biggest ports. Water and the port have always played an im-portant role in Rotterdam, as is clear from the countless old inner city harbours, broad quays and historical warehouses. Despite Rotter-dam’s 650 years of history, the city feels young and vibrant. It keeps reinventing itself at a rap-id pace and is known as the most modern city in the Netherlands. Rotterdam is simply bursting with architecture, design, art and culture, but also boasts a wide and varied range of shops, attractions, festivals, restaurants and parks. That’s why Rotterdam is a city that you can re-discover time and again.W

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Locations with this icon offer 25% discount or more with the Rotterdam Welcome Card. Also included is a public transport card (`OV-chipkaart’) for 1, 2 or 3 consecutive days of un-limited travel with RET metro, tram and bus. Price: € 9 / € 12 / € 15. Available at promotion centre Rotterdam.info, VVV Rotterdam Info Café and online via www.rotterdam.info.

aReaS aNd locatIoNS• Central District 8• China Town 16• Lijnbaankwartier 20• Laurenskwartier 28• Waterfront & Noordereiland 36• Kop van Zuid & Katendrecht 44• Scheepvaartkwartier 52• Museumkwartier 58• Lloydkwartier 66• Historic Delfshaven 70• The rest of Rotterdam 76• The greater Rotterdam area 82

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PRactIcal INFoRmatIoN• Attractions 106• Museums & Art Centres 112• Lunchrooms & Restaurants 114• Theatres 120• Eateries, Cinemas & Casino 122• Clubs, Venues & Dance Cafés 123• Accommodations 125

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PhotographyBeelden van Enith / Claire Droppert (o.a. cover) / Daarzijn / Hannah Anthonysz / Maayke de Ridder (p11) / Marc Heeman / Tot en met ontwerpen

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RotteR-dam aPPExplore Rotterdam on the go with the free Rotterdam application on your mobile phone. This mobile city guide highlights the very best that Rotterdam has to offer, from attractions and museums to clubs and shops. Includes an offline city map and a dynamic events calendar to discover what you can see & do.

Go to m.rotterdam.info/download on your mobile phone or download the App from the Apple AppStore, iTunes or the Android Market. The app works on almost any mobile platform and does not require an internet connection to work, except to update the events calendar.

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The Central District is the gateway to Rotter-dam. Tram, bus, metro or bicycle whisk you off towards any destination you could desire. What’s more, it is only a few minutes’ walk to the city centre, where the vibrant culture and entertainment of Rotterdam are just waiting to be discovered. This is where Rotterdam and Europe meet. The high-speed trains and RandstadRail link Rotterdam to the rest of the Netherlands, as well as Rotterdam The Hague Airport and the nearby port. The Cen-tral District is a residential neighbourhood with many shops and local businesses and is traditionally known as the business heart of the city. Weena, for example, is a street lined with international businesses and multina-tionals. Its modern high-rise buildings and striking architecture define the face of the city centre. The area around Rotterdam Cen-tral Station is in dramatic development. In future, a dynamic public transport terminal will rise here, linked to the city centre by a broad pedestrian boulevard.

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ARCHITECTURE1. GroothandelsgebouwStationsplein 45The Groothandelsgebouw, located next to Central Sta-tion, is a monument that has a rich history. Modern facilities and original ar-chitecture create an impos-ing industrial building.

ATTRACTIONS2. Delftse Poort / Nationale NederlandenWeena 505 Delftse Poort, designed by architect Abe Bonnema, was the highest building in the Netherlands until 2005. The two towers with their striking mirrored facades house the main office of the Nationale Nederlanden insurance company.

3. Railz MiniworldWeena 745The biggest indoor model railway in the Nether-lands has more than 100 model trains running on two km of rail track. The modelling studio shows how the models are built, and the command centre lets you see how every-thing runs.

FOOD & DRINKS4. EngelsGroothandelsgebouwStationsplein 45Grandcafé Engels is very well-known in Rotterdam. Situated next to Central

Station, it has been a meeting point in the monu-mental Groothandelsge-bouw for over 100 years. The roof terrace offers great views of the city.

5. Restaurant A Proposito TrattoriaWeena 505Friendly, family-owned Italian brasserie just a stone’s throw from the entrance to Rotterdam Central Station.

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7. Hollywood Music HallDelftsestraat 15The Hollywood Music Hall is famous for its ex-cellent Dutch nightlife. Its seven club rooms on three floors represent nearly every style of music. Four-time winner of the award for the best Dutch discotheque.

ACCOMMODATIONS8. The Manhattan HotelWeena 686The Manhattan Hotel is the only 5 star hotel in Rotterdam and offers the height of modern luxury. The chique hotel occupies the first fourteen floors of the prestigious 149-metre Millennium Tower.

9. Best Western Crown HotelSchiekade 658A fully renovated 4 star hotel known for its pleas- ant atmosphere and per-sonal service. Includes a restaurant and cosy bar.

VARIOUS10. VVV Rotterdam Info Café Stationsplein 45Start your Rotterdam day in VVV Rotterdam Info Café at Central Station (see page 97).

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6. Holland Casino RotterdamWeena 624Holland Casino Rotter-dam has had a complete makeover. With 58 gaming tables, 750 slot machines, cocktail bar, wine lounge, two restaurants and the new Ultralounge Purple, the casino ensures an exciting and stylish night out.

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The part of Rotterdam known locally as Chi-natown gets its name from the many Chinese businesses that line the beginning of the shopping street by the Kruisplein. But China-town is more than Chinese restaurants, su-permarkets and specialty shops. This multi-cultural area is the melting pot of Rotterdam. Chinatown offers all the exotic products you might need and more. The West-Kruiskade, for example, has a range of specialized and multicultural shops, cafés and restaurants. From Middle Eastern bazaars and Korean bakeries to Islamic butchers, this is the place to go for those hard-to-find special treats from far-off destinations. Along the Wester-singel canal, which runs between Chinatown and the Museumkwartier, the Westersingel Sculpture Route displays various works of art from Rotterdam’s International Sculpture Collection.

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Shopping1. Wah KiuKruisplein 28Wah Kiu is a Chinese shop selling a wide range of different products. Their broad selection includes pans, incense burners, lanterns and books. A must-see for Sanrio fans.

2. Wah nam hong SupermarketWest-Kruiskade 4-6Well-stocked, spacious supermarket, mainly selling Chinese products, with a good produce section and reasonable prices. A popular shop, Wah Nam Hong is always hectic and busy.

3. Kotomisi ShopWest-Kruiskade 56A sitting-room for Suri-namese cultures, starting from the Afro-Surinamese subculture. This shop sells a broad selection

of books, clothes, wood carvings, ceramics, kotos and pangis.

4. Mi Amor1ste Middellandstraat 39aThe Mi Amor fashion studio offers Indian and American party attire. Whether you’re planning your wedding or compet-ing for the Miss Universe title, you’ll always find the perfect outfit here.

FooD & DRinKS5. happy SushiKruisplein 42A modern kaiten sushi bar where fresh, delicious sushi, sashimi, temaki and tempura beckon invitingly from the con-veyor belt. Simply take your pick as it goes by or order from the menu. Also for takeaway.

6. Tai WuMauritsweg 24-26Fresh and tasty Chinese food, popular with Chinese locals. The menu offers a wide selection of classic cuisine, and the staff sug-gestions reveal excellent culinary surprises.

7. SumoWestersingel 1aSumo is a Japanese restau-rant with an all-you-can-eat concept. All the sushi and Japanese grill you can eat, for a set price. Max. three hours per table.

9. Kiem FoeiWest-Kruiskade 29aAuthentic Surinamese cuisine in a simple set-ting. Many Surinamers consider Kiem Foei the best place to enjoy tasty blood sausage or a yummy prawn roll with fresh snake beans, and other visitors agree.

10. White ElephantWest-Kruiskade 73bWhite Elephant is a great place for a chat with friends or co-workers. Enjoy the Mediterranean cuisine and the cheerful ambience.

AccoMMoDATionS 11. hotel oneWestersingel 1Hotel One, situated in a gorgeous listed building on Westersingel, com-bines modern comfort with artistic charm and history.

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The Lijnbaankwartier is the shopping heart of Rotterdam, where shops are open every day. This conveniently compact area offers a hugely diverse range of stores, from Hema to Hugo Boss. Not just the place to shop seven days a week, the Lijnbaankwartier is a great entertainment district. Cosy restaurants and cafés are scattered invitingly between the clubs and theatres. Whether you prefer dance, jazz, classical, modern or Top 40s, you’ll find it in the Lijnbaankwartier.

ShoppingThe Lijnbaan is the most famous shopping street in Rotterdam. As soon as World War II ended, Rotterdam started rebuilding; air, light and space were the watchwords. In 1954, the Lijnbaan was completed and Europe’s first pedestrian-only shopping street had become a reality. Lijnbaan, Beursplein and Beurstra-verse, the subterranean shopping concourse, now proudly present all the major department stores side by side. Just outside the core of the shopping district, several nearby streets also

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have intriguing shops. The area around the Van Oldenbarneveltstraat, Karel Doorman-straat and Kruiskade has various shops of-fering an exclusive collection of high-quality foreign brands. There are also a number of stylish boutiques on Oude Binnenweg, with its lovely and nostalgic buildings.

entertainMentNightlife and entertainment in the Lijnbaank-wartier are varied and versatile. The district is home to the major concert halls of Rotterdam. Classical music, jazz and world music are per-formed in De Doelen, e.g. in the prominent Gergiev Festival. The Rotterdamse Schouw-burg offers contemporary theatre productions as well as opera and dance, including perfor-mances by such Rotterdam-based companies as the RO Theater and Scapino Ballet. For light-er pursuits, every night’s a party in the cafés that line the Stadhuisplein. People who would rather go clubbing can dance to their hearts’ content at Off_Corso or the Catwalk.

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ARCHITECTURE1. SchouwburgpleinThe Schouwburgplein was designed by Rotterdam-born landscape architect Adriaan Geuze. Events regularly take place on the big square.

2. Café de UnieMauritsweg 34-35A 1986 reproduction by architect Carel Weeber; the original stood on Coolsing-el until its destruction in the WWII bombardment. De Unie offers food, drinks and nightlife and has always been a forum for debate, art and culture.

ART & CULTURE3. Old Luxor TheaterKruiskade 10The old Luxor was built in 1917 and shows cabaret, theatre concerts, smaller musical productions, plays and children’s theatre.

4. De Doelen Concert Hall and Congress CentreSchouwburgplein 50Renowned for its excellent acoustics, this concert hall is home to the Rotterdam Philharmonic Orchestra. De Doelen has a varied programme, ranging from classical to light modern and world music.

5. Santa ClausEendrachtspleinProvocative and contro-

versial, ‘Santa Claus’ by American artist Paul Mc-Carthy is known locally as the ‘Buttplug Gnome’. This statue is part of the Wester-singel Sculpture Route.

SHOPPING6. ShoebalooKruiskade 57cBeautiful shoes for all sorts of prices in a classy interior. Besides its own Shoebaloo collection, the shop offers a range of top brands, from high fashion to basics.

7. Studio HergebruikCoolsingel 53Shop, studio and exhibi-tion space displaying work by artists and designers who focus on reusing or recycling materials, images and/or concepts.

8. De BijenkorfCoolsingel 105As busy as the beehive it’s named after, this trendy

department store always has new products and international brands in fashion, cosmetics, acces-sories, home decoration, media and travel.

9. RoushVan Oldenbarneveltstraat 93Women’s fashions, shoes, bags and coats featuring Scandinavian and Italian labels, from jeans and ca-sual to silk evening dresses and business suits. Décor and brands would be per-fect for a major metropolis like New York.

10. VanDijkVan Oldenbarneveltstraat 105Fashion-conscious locals know VanDijk well as the place to go for striking and stylish clothes by Dutch and international designers. From dresses to tuxedos and lingerie, from pumps to jeans and jackets.

11. LavaKarel Doormanstraat 344Lava is luxurious materi-als, gorgeous details and the perfect fit. The result is a collection of suits, blazers, trousers, shirts, shoes, pullovers, T-shirts and coats from exclusive brands.

12. TheemaasKarel Doormanstraat 469The specialty shop for a better coffee and tea ex-

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perience, with delicacies, accessories and books on tea, coffee and chocolate. Theemaas is also a gal-lery of modern ceramics.

13. Selexyz DonnerLijnbaan 150Selexyz Donner is one of the biggest bookshops in the country. Besides its 250,000 book titles, Don-ner also has a theatre, exhibitions, games, second-hand books and rare editions, and a range of CDs and sheet music.

14. Sissy BoyOude Binnenweg 32 Sissy Boy is a shop for the entire family and for every occasion. Besides very wearable Special Basics attire, Sissy Boy also sells various interior decoration and personal care products.

15. ANSH 46Mauritsweg 51ANSH (ANother SHop) 46 is a women’s fashion boutique selling diverse products at an equally diverse range of prices. Exclusive and trend-set-ting brands like Vilsbol de Arce, Complex Geome-tries, Carin Wester and Butterflysoulfire.

16. Clone RecordsMauritsweg 60Clone Records is a record label and has its own

shop. Specialises in under-ground electronic dance music.

FOOD & DRINkS17. Luciano Sicilia in BoccaCoolsingel 123La Sicilia in Bocca, cen-trally located in a pavilion on Coolsingel, is the ideal pit stop during or after a day of shopping. Besides its pizzas, the restaurant also serves traditional Sicilian specialties.

18. SatébarKarel Doormanstraat 332Great spot for a quick Indo-nesian meal. Enjoy grilled satay chicken with delicious spicy peanut sauce, or try one of the other tasty meat, vegetable or rice dishes.

19. FloorSchouwburgplein 28Centrally located near the Rotterdamse Schouw-burg, De Doelen, the Oude Luxor Theater and various cinemas, Floor is a good place to get a meal or drinks before or after a show.

20. MangiareVan Oldenbarneveltstraat 150Pure seasonal Italian food, prepared fresh from excellent ingredients: that is Mangiare. For lunch, dinner or a glass of good wine accompanied by Ital-ian antipasti.

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The Rotterdamse Schouwburg theatre puts on theatre, dance and opera performan-ces by all the major Dutch companies. Shows by Rotterdam-based companies such as Ro Theater, Scapino Ballet Rotterdam and Dance Works Rot-terdam generally open here. The Rotterdamse Schouwburg is one of the few municipal theatres in the Nether-lands that consistently presents international performances, for example during The International Choice of the Rotterdamse Schouwburg.

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22. Melief BenderOude Binnenweg 134An authentic pub in the heart of the city, this Rotterdam establishment has a rich history dating back over 125 years. The large historic photos of the city on the walls add charm to the friendly eatery.

ENTERTAINMENT23. CatwalkWeena-Zuid 33This unusual dance club was built in a former pedestrian tunnel and is popular amongst house, minimal and techno lovers. Intimate and extraordinary, Catwalk manages to book even the most famous DJs.

24. Off_CorsoKruiskade 22Off_Corso, once a cinema and now a dance club, has surprising parties and popular recurring club nights every week. Off_Corso bridges the gap between nightlife, art and culture.

25. Saint TropezCoolsingel 63Eat, drink and dance the night away like you’re on holiday! The décor at Saint Tropez is absolutely stun-ning, evoking the luxury of the French Riviera in golden walls, velvet loung-es and warm lighting.

26. Bootleg Dj CaféMauritsweg 33A haven for producers and DJs, this café is a hotbed of new talent with a relaxed and open minded atmosphere. Mu-sic reigns supreme here, from Detroit techno, drum’n’bass, electro and Chicago house to disco.

27. Pathé SchouwburgpleinSchouwburgplein 101This megaplex cinema has seven theatres showing the better blockbusters. You can’t miss the huge square building on the Schouw-burgplein. Sneak previews on Tuesdays.

28. ExitMauritsstraat 173From young, up-and-com-ing bands and record label nights to Drum’n’Bass par-ties, the Exit is always a great place for an evening on the town, weekdays and weekends.

ACCOMMODATIONS29. NH Atlanta HotelCoolsingel / Aert van Nesstraat 4NH Atlanta Rotterdam is authentic and imposing with its beautiful marble floors, Art Deco details and grand chandeliers. The historical building is literally at the heart of Rotterdam’s shopping and business district.

30. Hilton RotterdamWeena 10Hilton Hotels are famous all over the world. Excel-lent service, a central location and the Hilton’s renowned full breakfast make the hotels a good choice for business travel-lers and tourists.

VARIOUS31. Skatepark westblaakSkaters from all over hang out in and around the skate park, as well as across the road at Left Skateboard shop. The whole vibe of the skate park makes it worth a visit, even for non-skaters.

32. RotteRdam.info (Tourist Information)Coolsingel 197RotteRdam.info is the best place to find information on Rotterdam, including tickets, gifts and souvenirs. (See page 97).

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The Laurenskwartier has been around since the city’s earliest days; in fact, it was once the entire city. The Hoogstraat, where the City Hall stood until 1920, was once the very heart of Rotterdam. The Grote- or Laurenskerk at the Grotekerkplein is one of the main fea-tures in this area, one of the last remaining classical landmarks in modern Rotterdam. Although the church was badly damaged during the 1940 bombardment, restoration work started in 1952. The Late Gothic cathe-dral reopened its doors in 1968.

wandering The Laurenskwartier, which lies in the shel-tered area behind the hustle and bustle of the Lijnbaankwartier shops, is a lovely place for wandering. The area offers an assortment of separate little shopping areas, each with its own highlights. Although there are various large, well-known chain stores on Beurs-plein and Hoogstraat, the area is primarily

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popular with passionate shoppers thanks to the exceptional shops and boutiques in the surrounding streets, including Korte Hoog-straat and Oppert. Visitors enjoy strolling through the big market at Binnenrotte; its 450 stands offer a lively and varied range of options every Tuesday and Saturday.

contemporary The area around the Nieuwe Markt and Pan-nekoekstraat feels like a village. This charac-teristic corner of Rotterdam is filled with fun shops, trendy cocktail bars and cosy coffee bars and lunchrooms. It is paradise for people who love exceptional clothing boutiques and interior design shops. De Meent, which runs from the Pannekoekstraat towards Coolsin-gel, is youthful and lively, exhibiting all sorts of development. You’ll find a colourful combi-nation of chique clothing shops and contem-porary streetwise shops, as well as food and drinks to suit any taste.

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ARCHITECTURE1. City HallCoolsingel 40City Hall, built in Neo-Renaissance style, is one of the few buildings in the city centre of Rotterdam that survived the WWII bombardment nearly intact. It has housed the municipal government since 1920.

2. Beurs/WTCBeursplein 37 The old section of the Beursgebouw/World Trade Center was designed by architect J.F. Staal in 1925. The entrance is topped by a slender clock tower. The imposing hall on the ground floor is open to the public.

ATTRACTIONS3. OntdekhoekPannekoekstraat 55The Ontdekhoek (Discovery Corner) is a big workshop where kids aged 4 to 14 years can do their own experiments. Fun hands-on science - and you can take home what you make!

ART & CULTURE4. Museum Rotterdam Het SchielandshuisKorte Hoogstraat 31Built between 1662 and 1665, the Schielandhuis is the historical museum of Rotterdam. In addition to its permanent collection on

the city’s history, there are also regular exhibitions on various topics.

5. Urban PhotosPannekoekstraat 8aThe Urban Photos Gallery prints and sells photos in any size, with access to various Dutch and inter-national photo archives, including ANP, several local newspapers and various city archives.

6. Central LibraryHoogstraat 110The Rotterdam Central Library is a huge informa-tion depot, housing diverse reading material, audio-books, newspapers, DVDs, videos, CD-ROMs, sheet music, language courses and much more. The Cen-tral Discotheque and the Library Theatre are also in the same building.

SHOPPING7. PregoMeent 118Looking for a new outfit or a complete new wardrobe? Prego has women’s and men’s clothing to suit any occasion, from labels like Flippa K and Marc O’Polo, as well as various sumptu-ous accessories including jewellery, scarves, belts, bags and even shoes.

8. FleurRodezand 21Fashion store Fleur

selects neutral earth tones without losing sight of cat-walk trends. The salvage timber interior of this stylish shop showcases the crème de la crème in clothing and accessories.

9. Shoe ClubMeent 98 The trendiest shoe store in Rotterdam has the biggest collection of UGG Australia, among other brands. Shoe Club offers a large and varied range of fashionable, good-quality shoes for women, men and children.

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11. Beau JolieOppert 290 Affordable and accessible glitter & glamour: every trendy woman is sure to strike gold in this fashion hotspot. The collection in-cludes killer stilettos, sexy jeans, sweet babydolls and more, and accessories to match.

12. LokalHerozOppert 294Everything a man needs. With this sophisticated mix of clothing, art and coffee combined with in-terior design, cycling and other nice stuff, why shop anywhere else?

13. Gorilli Concept StoreOppert 296-298Clothing, shoes, toys, gadgets, perfumes, sneak-ers and more, all designed to make your trend-loving heart skip a beat. From affordable to exclusive, from popular to passion-ately loved.

14. TweeTwintigBotersloot 40a-42aLighting, furniture and accessories designed and sold by interior architects with a wealth of experi-ence. Their own 220 label primarily produces 3D objects.

15. GinzaPannekoekstraat 6aWith its upper-class

brands, cutting-edge Japanese streetwear and exclusive sneakers, Ginza is a welcome addition to the city. Also known as the country’s “#1 female sneaker store”.

16. De Groene PassageMariniersweg 1-33People-friendly and environmentally friendly shopping centre offers a broad spectrum of products for a sustainable lifestyle. Sample the selection or try it for yourself with the many inspiring books, CDs, magazines, courses and workshops.

FOOD & DRINkS17. Jansen & Van Dijk Wine BarWestewagenstraat 58A nice spot for lunch in typical Parisian style: brown wood inte-rior with French chairs, indirect lighting and chandeliers. Jansen & Van Dijk always have three white wines and three red wines open.

18. DudokMeent 88Café Brasserie Dudok is in a listed building, the monumental former insurance office ‘De Ned-erlanden van 1845’, which was designed by Dudok. The imposing space is lively and bustling all day long.

10. Christian OuwensOppert 2 Gallery featuring pain-tings, photos and design by artists like Rob Scholte, Jan Cremer, Armando, Frans Jansen, Paul Huf and famous designers like Piet Hein Eek, Maarten Baas, Hella Jongerius and Marcel Wanders.

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The St Laurence Church is open to the public and offers gui-ded tours. In addition to its church services, the building hosts concerts, exhibitions, lectures, events and parties. A permanent exhibition on the famous church will be opening in April 2010. A statue of Erasmus dating back to 1622 stands in the square by the church; it is the oldest statue in the Netherlands. Born in Rotterdam, Erasmus was one of the most prominent humanists of the Renaissance and came to symbolise the city of his birth.

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20. Patisserie DudokWestewagenstraat 52The best apple pie in Rot-terdam has found a new home near Grandcafé Du-dok. Besides the renowned Dudok Original apple pie, this patisserie also has brownies, chocolate chip cookies, Lily’s Cupcakes, great sandwiches and fresh coffee.

21. AmaroneMeent 72aDining at Amarone focus-es on French cuisine. Chef Gert Blom’s light-handed culinary style earned him a Michelin star. Impressive walk-in wine cupboard boasts over 500 vintages in a climate-con-trolled environment.

22. De IJssalonMeent 69aThe best ice cream in the country: Zuppa Inglese, coupe Gouden Kiwi, spaghetti ice cream or a cup of fresh-brewed Illy espresso. Made from natu-ral ingredients, the ice cream is prepared fresh every day.

23. Café PolMeent 46/48Popular among visitors and market stallholders, Pol has also become the place to go for Friday afternoon drinks or an evening out. Always busy, always fun.

24. Humphrey’sBinnenrotte 101-103Following the restaurant on Kop van Zuid, a new Humphrey’s has opened on Binnenrotte, serving a 3-course daily menu for a fixed price, with meat, fish and vegetarian options. Humphrey’s has a new menu every month.

25. Little VGrotekerkplein 109Vietnamese food at its best. Some dishes are familiar, others are a pleasant surprise. Pure, fresh ingredients with many influences from surround-ing countries, enhanced by a French cuisine.

26. Urban EspressobarBotersloot 44aThis trendy, minimalist little espresso bar makes excellent coffee and deli-cious soup, sandwiches and fresh juice. Perfect for lunch or a quiet moment in a busy day.

27. LevelPannekoekstraat 76aDelicious cocktails and fine dining in a friendly setting. The designer inte-rior and fusion cuisine at

Level guarantee a warm and stylish evening out.

28. Restaurant MimosaPannekoekstraat 77-79Stylish, modern restau-rant with a spacious open kitchen and outdoor terrace. Grab a quick sandwich or savour lunch at your own pace, or enjoy the fresh food in the classic and modern dishes on the dinner menu.

29. Picknick RotterdamMariniersweg 259Great breakfast, lunch trays and of course deli-cious picnics. For a picnic in the park, in town or simply in your own back yard, pick one of the two packets on offer or put together your own.

ACCOMMODATIONS30. Eden Savoy Hotel RotterdamHoogstraat 81This 4 star hotel in the heart of Rotterdam offers all the luxury and comfort you need to feel at home during your stay. Elegant Burberry-style décor.

31. MyCityLoftsMyCityLofts provide fully equipped short-stay apart-ments for travellers. Home away from home, these lofts are a great place to sleep, but also offer a delightful place to spend the day.

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Rotterdam is a port city and continues to be one of the world’s most important ports, thanks to the Maas River and the Nieuwe Waterweg with its direct connection to the sea. Water also plays an important role in the city centre. The Waterfront district is known for its many inner-city harbours, including Haringvliet, Wijnhaven and Leuvehaven. With its historic cranes, the Maritime Mu-seum and Havenmuseum, the Leuvehaven is industrial heritage that testifies to the city’s maritime origins.

oude HavenThe Waterfront district includes the Oude Haven, the best place in Rotterdam to sit at a sidewalk café for a drink or meal and en-joy an excellent view of the many historic ships. Besides its cafés and restaurants, the Oude Haven also offers two highlights of Rotterdam architecture: the Witte Huis and the Cube Houses. The ten-story structure of

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the Witte Huis (White House) designed by Molenbroek was once the first skyscraper in Europe. The remarkable, tilted cube hous-es by architect Piet Blom are one of Rotter-dam’s most eye-catching landmarks. People do live in these unusual houses, but show homes are also open to visitors.

noordereilandBoompjeskade is a waterfront boulevard that has followed the course of the Maas since 1615. The name refers to the luxurious greenery and the double row of linden trees that originally graced the riverbanks. The Boompjes offer a view of the Noordereiland, an island which is linked to the rest of Rot-terdam by the Willemsbrug and Koningin-nebrug bridges. The Noordereiland has been a protected cityscape since 2005, thanks to what many Rotterdam residents consider the city’s most beautiful structure: the Hef. This old train bridge is the last remnant of where trains once left the centre of Rotterdam.

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ARCHITECTURE1. Red AppleThe Red Apple, situated on the tip of Wijnhavenei-land, is one of Rotterdam’s most recent landmarks. The name refers to the old apple market, with a nod to NYC’s Big Apple.

2. Het Witte HuisWijnhaven 3 The 1898 design by W. Molenbroek was the first skyscraper in Europe. The architect was inspired by American high-rise archi-tecture, which resulted in an American Art Nouveau style. Grandcafé Het Witte Huis is on the ground floor.

ATTRACTIONS3. VlaggenparadeAll year long, 230 flags wave invitingly along the Boompjes, from the Eras-mus Bridge through to the extended Willemsbrug. The flags represent the different nationalities in Rotterdam.

4. SplashtoursLeuvehaven 1, Maritime Museum (starting point) / Coolsingel 197, RotteRdam.info (point of sale) Discover the city in a hypermodern amphibious bus. After a tour through the most beautiful parts of Rotterdam, the spectacular SPLASH in the Maas takes you sailing on past the magnificent skyline.

ART & CULTURE5. VIVID GalleryScheepmakershaven 17Recently relocated to the ‘Red Apple’ building, VIVID Gallery is a physi-cal and virtual centre for art and design. VIVID effectively demonstrates why Dutch Design is so renowned world-wide.

6. Maritime MuseumLeuvehaven 1Presenting a varied range of exhibitions, the Maritime Museum in Rot-terdam preserves, studies and displays the maritime history of Rotterdam. Visit former navy ship Buffel to experience the authentic sailor’s life.

7. HavenmuseumLeuvehaven 50The collection of the Ha-venmuseum clearly shows the port of Rotterdam between 1850 and 1970. Fully refitted historic transport ships, steam

engines and ship motors bring bygone days to life.

8. The Destroyed CityPlein 1940For many Rotterdam residents, the 1953 monu-ment by Zadkine still symbolises the destruc-tion of the city centre and the unstoppable drive to rebuild Rotterdam.

FOOD & DRINKS9. De Kleine OndeugdOostzeedijk 348This narrow restaurant has only 12 tables. The set menu of Thai dishes consists of an appetiser and four small dishes of beef, pork, chicken and fish, served with aro-matic white rice; the menu changes daily.

10. Bierlokaal Locus PublicusOostzeedijk 364A characteristic café in a fantastic working-class dis-trict of Rotterdam. In this authentic beer hall, where locals chat by the fireside during the chilly Dutch winters, you can sample over 200 different beers.

11. MooiiOost-Wijnstraat 8-16Mooii stands for Dutch-French cuisine with tapas influences and a nod to Asian cooking. For every-one who loves to linger at the table after enjoying a good meal.

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The unusual and eye-catching Cube Houses are part of the Blaakse Bos, a figurative urban forest. Architect Piet Blom designed these tilted geometric shapes, which resemble abstract tree houses, to create a sense of community by placing playful housing close to public facilities. The Kijk-Kubus show home gives visitors an impression of life between these angled walls. The StayOkay Rotterdam hostel even offers the unique opportunity to spend the night in a cube house.

12. PopocatepetlSpaanse Poort 71A visit to ‘Popo’ means a night of lively and exuber-ant Mexico. Cheerful servers, classic cocktails, authentic dishes and Latino music in a colour-ful cantina ensure a fun evening.

13. Kaat MosselAdmiraliteitskade 85Kaat Mossel is famous for its mussels, shellfish and seafood specialities, but also includes meat on its menu. The seafood is delivered fresh twice a day by Schmidt Zeevis, fish specialist from Rotterdam.

ENTERTAINMENT14. Club Vie / Vie CaféMaasboulevard 300Rotterdam’s club sensa-tion now includes VIE Café, serving American cuisine, cocktails, special beers and an extensive range of Nespresso coffees until 11:15pm.

15. Plan CSlepersvest 1Theatercafé Plan C is a well-known and respected Rotterdam Venue, known for its many live perfor-mances and the weekend disco nights, with Top 100, house, rock and pop.

ACCOMMODATIONS16. Inntel Hotels Rot-terdam CentreLeuvehaven 80Inntel Hotels Rotterdam Centre is prominently situated on the water, at the foot of the Erasmus Bridge. The excellent loca-tion offers a gorgeous view of the Maas River and the Rotterdam skyline.

17. H2OtelWijnhaven 20aFloating hotel H20tel is situated at a great loca-tion in a characteristic inner city harbour. Be-sides the usual facilities, H2Otel has picnic boats available for guests to enjoy the area.

18. B&B Cherrycake & ChocolateMaaskade 88In a renovated house dat-ing back to 1886, Cher-rycake & Chocolate offers pure romance with a view of the Maas. This charming B&B is on Noordereiland, across from the Rotterdam city centre.

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A PLEASANT STAY IN THE STRIKING CUBE HOUSES STAYOKAY ROTTERDAM

Call +31 (0)10 436 57 63 or check www.stayokay.com/rotterdam

Rates from € 25,- p.p. (breakfast included)

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OPENING HOURS daily 11 am - 5 pm HOW TO GET THERE tram 21 stop Blaak / metro Blaak / NS station Blaak

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How does one live in a cube-house, this oddly tilted cube on a pole? One of these remarkable dwellings is open to the public, the so-called Kijk-Kubus (Show- Cube). This museumhouse is fully furnished with an especially designed and handmade custom built interior.

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Situated in the bustling heart of Rotterdam, the Rotterdam Maritime Museum is one of the world’s top maritime museums. Founded in 1874 it’s the oldest maritime museum in the Netherlands. In addition to high-pro�le exhibitions it offers an extensive events programme for a wide audience.

IMPRESSIONS OF DUTCH MARITIME HISTORYDiscover how the maritime history of the Netherlands unfolded in this exhibition that can be read like a history book. The expo is richly illustrated by the gems from the museum’s centuries-old collection.With ‘MainPort Live’ the museum brings the world class port back to the heart of Rotterdam. Light, sound and action creates an experience of the world’s largest port in miniature. The Maritime Museum is the proud owner of the museum ship ‘Buffel’ (1868) which offers visitors an on board experience.

The maritime museum offers an excellent Rotterdam cultural experience.

LEUVEHAVEN 1ROTTERDAM-CENTRE

010 413 26 80WWW.MARITIEMMUSEUM.NL

GUIDED TOURS AVAILABLE IN ENGLISH, FRENCH AND GERMAN.

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Hotel New York embraces present, past and future. Thousands of

emigrants departed from this place in search of a better future.

Now you can do business, celebrate, drink, dine, and sleep in a

nostalgic atmosphere at one of the most beautiful locations in

Rotterdam, between the bustling harbours and the Netherlands’most

impressive skyline. Come over and enjoy our hospitality,

see www.hotelnewyork.nl or call +31(10) 439 05 00.

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Two characteristic examples of Rotterdam’s urban development, Kop van Zuid and Katen-drecht have had a rich and colourful history. Once a bustling port area that fell into dis-use, the Kop van Zuid was redeveloped in the early 1990s to become a metropolitan centre with international allure. Katendrecht, also known as the Cape, was home to one of Eu-rope’s biggest Chinese communities until the Second World War. With its low-rent workers’ housing, sailors’ bars, prostitutes and railway embankments, until the 1980s the area was best known as a ‘notorious’ neighbourhood.

Kop van ZuidWhere dockworkers once laboured away and emigrants bid their homeland farewell, a modern entertainment district now offers cafés, restaurants and a theatre. Hotel New York, situated in the former offices off the Holland-America Line on Wilhelminakade, opened its doors in 1993. The area truly came to life in 1996 with the completion of the Erasmus Bridge. Old buildings were rede-

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signed for new uses; modern architecture gave the Kop van Zuid its international feeling. Be-sides historic buildings like Las Palmas, the Entrepot building and the Cruise Terminal, the area also boasts such imposing structures as Montevideo, New Orleans, the new Luxor Theater and the 165-metre Maas Tower, the highest building in the Netherlands.

KatendrechtThe area between the Maashaven and Rijn-haven harbours was completely transformed into an appealing residential district. The view of the Kop van Zuid, the characteristic homes and the atmosphere of the harbours has restored its exceptional and adventurous image. At the tip, a new landmark has been added to the Rotterdam skyline: the De Rot-terdam. This steam-powered vessel was a chartered vessel and cruise ship for many years. After extensive renovations, the ship opened to the public again in 2010.

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ARCHITECTURE1. Erasmus BridgeThe Erasmus Bridge, which links the city centre to the Kop van Zuid, has become an iconic symbol of Rotter-dam. Designed by Ben van Berkel, the bridge has a 139-metre asymmetric steel pylon which has earned it the nickname ‘The Swan’.

2. Cruise TerminalWilhelminakade 699From 1873 until the 1970s, thousands of passengers departed for the US from Cruise Terminal Rotter-dam, which housed the arrival and departure halls. Cruise ships have recently started to dock here again.

ART & CULTURE3. New Luxor TheaterPosthumalaan 1All the major musicals, shows, cabaret, theatrical concerts, children & family shows, opera and dance come. Due to its impressive architecture, the New Luxor has been referred to as the country’s most beautiful theatre.

4. Theater WalhallaSumatraweg 9-11Theater Walhalla is small and intimate, presenting refreshing performances that offer excellent cultural quality and organising fun festivals in the area.

5. LPIIWilhelminakade 326LP II is a cultural venue in the renovated Las Palmas building. The former industrial hall hosts temporary exhibitions, festivals, concerts, shows and other cultural events. LPII shares Las Palmas with the SKVR BeeldFab-riek and the Nederlands Fotomuseum.

6. LantarenVensterOtto Reuchlinweg 996From 1949 to 2010, this cinema and theatre complex was in Gouver-nestraat. Its new location opened recently on Wilhelminapier, with its own café and restaurant. LantarenVenster contin-ues to present quality films and jazz.

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8. Villa ZebraStieltjesstraat 21Villa Zebra is an art lab for children aged four to twelve years with exhibi-tions, workshops, multi-media projects, festivities and guided tours.

Food & dRINKS9. Restaurant AllureCargadoorskade 107Enjoy the view of the Bin-nenhaven from Allure’s terrace. A nice spot for a good sandwich, a cup of a coffee, or a delicious dinner. Options include seafood cocktail, satay chicken or fried monk-f ish.

10. Café RotterdamWilhelminakade 699Cruise Terminal Rot-terdam offers an excellent view of the skyline and the Erasmus Bridge. Café Rotterdam serves European cuisine, perfect for a business lunch, deli-cious Sunday brunch or romantic dinner.

Photography paradise: the museum shows the many facets of photogra-phy in its temporary exhi-bitions and an extensive programme of activities. In addition, the museum curates over 130 archives of Dutch photographers and has a photo restora-tion studio.

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11. Las PalmasWilhelminakade 330 Authentic bouillabaisse or oysters on the half-shell in Herman den Blijker’s seafood restaurant. The extensive menu also includes fresh fish, lobster, crab and a nice wine selection.

12. obbaKorte Hillestraat 2Obba is a stylish lounge restaurant that creates a fabulous Near East illu-sion. This waterfront res-taurant on the Rijnhaven has a phenomenal view. The varied, tasty mezzes are similar to tapas.

13. de Jonge de JongDelistraat 52With seating for 40, this small restaurant serves mouthwateringly deli-

cious cuisine cooked by Jim de Jong. The changing menu is inspired by the latest market finds and seasonal ingredients. The organic wines are particu-larly nice.

ENTERTAINMENT14. Maassilo / Factory010Kromme Zandweg 114Originally a grain silo, the Maassilo is over 100 years old. A range of sub-cultures feel at home here with the innovative mix of dance, pop, art and theatre. Factory010 is on the 10th floor.

ACCoMModATIoNS15. Hotel New YorkKoninginnenhoofd 1Situated in a fantastic location, Hotel New York is in a listed historical building that once housed the Holland-America Line. The big café and restau-rant on the ground floor is open early and closes late, and includes an extensive oyster bar.

16. The Pincoffs Suite HotelStieltjesstraat 34This small boutique hotel is situated in a national monument from 1879. Surrounded by the river, bridges and skyline, the Pincoffs Suite Hotel has a water taxi stop on its doorstep.

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The Scheepvaartkwartier is a romantic bit of Rotterdam that has been designated a pro-tected cityscape. Experience the city’s rich maritime history in this tree-lined area with its gorgeous broad lanes, spacious quays, and the Veerhaven harbour with its historic ships. Where all the world once came together, you can now find the World Museum with its im-pressive collection of art and artefacts from cultures all over the world. At the heart of the Scheepvaartkwartier lies Het Park, a green oasis where all sorts of festivals and events are held. Het Park is a favourite barbeque spot for the city’s residents, especially in summer. At the edge of Het Park stands what may well be the city’s most famous landmark: the Euromast, which soars 185 metres high. The Scheepvaartkwartier is known as a res-taurant district, in part due to the Westelijk Handelsterrein. This fully renovated ware-house offers surprising galleries, trendy restaurants, intimate clubs and exceptional shops, all under the same roof.

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ATTRACTIONS1. SpidoWillemsplein 85Boat tours let you see the city in a whole new light. An audiovisual presenta-tion tells you all about the sights as the boat cruises through Rotterdam. Spido also operates a ferry service to the completely renovated cruise ship De Rotterdam.

2. PannenkoekenbootParkhaven (across from the Euromast)The Pancake Boat serves a pancake buffet as it sails through the Rot-terdam waterways. All-you-can-eat Dutch pancakes are the perfect compliment to the impos-ing skyline and charming harbours.

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3. World MuseumWillemskade 25An impressive collection of art and artefacts from cul-

tures all over the world. Besides the free permanent collection on display, the museum holds two the-matic exhibitions every year. Includes theatre, gallery, shop, restaurant and more.

4. Galerie V!P’sVan Vollenhovenstraat 15A gallery showcasing innovative, colourful art. V!P’s specialises in classic and modern forms of pop art and related movements in the world of art.

SHOPPING5. Van Oosterom Concept StoreVan Vollenhovenstraat 15A cutting-edge store with a unique interior concept. This pilot store offers patrons the chance to see all the products from design labels Moooi and Piet Boon in one spot.

FOOD & DRINKS6. Restaurant SmaakVan Vollenhovenstraat 15One of the renovated ware- houses in the Westelijk Handelsterrein includes an excellent restaurant. Affordable and friendly, Smaak caters to every taste, ensuring a fun evening out.

7. Restaurant KarakterVan Vollenhovenstraat 15

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Fresh, pure ingredients pre-pared with passion, virtuos-ity and creativity. Locally grown organic food reflects the changing weather and climate, and the menu changes in response.

8. KipVan Vollenhovenstraat 25Situated in a stately town house with a lovely garden, this à la carte res-taurant is affiliated with EuroToques, a community of 2500 European chefs committed to promoting regional culinary tradi-tions and locally grown produce.

9. LoosWestplein 1One of the most popular grand cafés in Rotterdam. The interior and décor are timelessly classic with a Parisian air. A nice place to have dinner with friends, with good food and quick service.

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Built in 1960 for the Floriade flower show, the Euromast is the highest look-out tower in the Nether-lands. At 100 metres, you have a 360-degree panoramic view of the city. For a higher perspective, the rotating Euroscoop lift takes visitors to the 185-metre top. The Euromast brasserie serves coffee and pastries, sandwiches, exotic snacks, high tea or a full dinner. Book a night at 100 metres in the Euro-mast Heaven & Stars, the two luxury suite, and have the highest balcony in Rotterdam all to yourself that evening.

10. ZenneWillemskade 27Food this good is hard to find outside Turkey. The evening always commenc-es with a variety of cold mezzes, followed by a hot dish of fish and meat, end-ing with baklava or fresh fruit for dessert.

11. ParkheuvelHeuvellaan 21The very best in excellent quality and creative cooking comes from the kitchen of master chef Erik van Loo. Parkheu-vel has two Michelin stars.

12. The Harbour ClubKievitslaan 25The old villa in a unique location in the Park by the Euromast is nearly 100 years old. The con-temporary industrial interior is complemented by two quiet outdoor terraces with an excel-lent view.

13. Restaurant Spiesenboot Parkhaven 9Choose from a menu of various skewers of mari-nated meat or fish roasted on an open fire. The hustle and bustle on and around the water of the Maas River, the Parkhaven harbour and the sluice gates offer a stunning backdrop.

ACCOMMODATIONS14. Maritime HotelWillemskade 13The rich history of this hotel appeals to a broader public than just its maritime patrons. The Maritime Hotel has an unusual construction; it was built over the local listed building of the Zeemanshuis.

15. Tulip Inn RotterdamWillemsplein 1Situated beside the Maas River at the foot of the Erasmus Bridge, most of the hotel rooms offer a view of the ever-changing river and the Rotterdam skyline.

16. Hostel ROOMVan Vollenhovenstraat 62Sleep in Rotterdam’s poshest neighbourhood for a great price. The Art Deco building dates back to 1923 and has 16 theme rooms, each of which has a link to Rotterdam and the Netherlands. Won the best hostel title in 2009.

VARIOUS17. Park SchoonoordKievitslaanA rare oasis of peace and quiet, Schoonoord is a national park that has been opened to the public. Paths wind through an-cient trees and a kidney-shaped pond completes the picture.

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MARITIME HOTEL ROTTERDAMA three-star hotel at a five-star location!

Discover a wonderful place to spend the night in the heart of Rotterdam at the Maritime Hotel, situated on the Nieuwe Maas River. The hotel is a spectacular feat of architectu-ral achievement, built atop the Zeemanshuis city monument. Spido, the Waterbus Fast Ferry, Watertaxi and Aqualiner all stop right outside the door, offering excellent options for exploring Rotterdam by water. The hotel has a cosy restaurant with a maritime décor and menu, with pool and billiards in the bar. In addition to the standard facilities, such as internet access, each room has a flat screen TV with free in-house movie channels. The Maritime Hotel: the perfect place to stay for a weekend in Rotterdam!

The Maritime Hotel is easily accessible from Rotterdam Central Station by tram 7. The Leuvehaven metro station is within walking distance.

MARITIME HOTEL ROTTERDAM / Willemskade 13 / 3016 DK Rotterdam T: +31 (0)10 - 20 10 900 / info@maritimehotel.nl

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Enjoy the 2.5-hour sailing tour while you eat your fill at the extensive BerenBuffet, serving a tantalising array of hot and cold dishes, including a dessert!

Sailing buffet on the berenboot

Parkhaven / euromaSt | for reServationS, call: +31(0)10 - 436 19 11

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Unlimited pancakes on the pannenkoekenboot

Sail... and enjoy all the pancakes you can eat! The buffet offers various pancakes which you can decorate with delicious and authentic toppings, including cheese, ham, fruit, syrup, powdered sugar and more!

Parkhaven / Euromast | For reservations, call: +31(0)10 - 436 72 95www.PannEnkoEkEnBooT.nl

The Collection

The Wereldmuseum offers the finest pieces of art from Asia, America, Africa and Oceania. They highlight the spiritual vision of fascinating cultures. The art and its authentic account make a lasting impression on each visitor.

Hall rental

The Wereldmuseum, housed in the former Royal Yacht club, is a beautiful building of graceful classicist architecture at the old picturesque harbor ‘Veerhaven’ . The mu-seum offers a stylish location for private and company events in five halls, each with its own character and elegant ambiance.

Restaurant

The Restaurant, facing the historic Veer harbour, offers a gentle and peaceful environment. The exquisite dishes, inspired on Mediterranean cuisine, a selection of superb wines, accompanied by warm hospitality all contribute to a singular experience.

Shop

The Museum Shop is a place for discovery and temptation. It features a variety of authentic objects of art, jewelry, clothing, books and an additional assortment of surprising items.

Willemskade 25 | Rotterdam | 010 2707172info@wereldmuseum.nlwww.wereldmuseum.nl

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witte de withstraatThere is a palpable air of culture and innova-tive creativity in the Witte de Withstraat and the small streets that intersect it. The Witte de With centre for contemporary art is an international meeting point for artists, aca-demics and critics. The many galleries in the area present a diverse and provocative range of artistic expressions. Besides culture and the arts, the street also has striking shops,

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such as Rotterdam’s own lingerie designer, Marlies Dekkers. In the vibrant area on and around Witte de Withstraat, there is always something to see or do. Art, culture, design, cafés and restaurants contribute the perfect ingredients for a day on the town.

nieuwe binnenwegThe Nieuwe Binnenweg is varied, vital and unpredictable. Visit this street to feel the pulsing spirit of the times. Famous local and international DJs have been coming to the Nieuwe Binnenweg for years to visit its many exclusive shops selling albums and CDs. Art and design aficionados will also find every-thing their hearts desire in the many ex-ceptional furniture and design shops, not to mention the CBK Centre for the Visual Arts. The Nieuwe Binnenweg is a dynamic street that never seems to sleep. From traditional pubs, cafés, night bars and restaurants to cutting-edge pop venues like Rotown, the Nieuwe Binnenweg guarantees a good time well into the night.

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ART & CULTURE1. Kunsthal RotterdamWestzeedijk 341This exceptional expo hall has no permanent collection, but hosts some 25 exhibitions a year. The Kunsthal displays culture in the broadest sense of the word: old art, new art, design and photography, from elitist to popular.

2. Natural History MuseumWestzeedijk 345One of the biggest natural history museums in the country, it has a perma-nent collection of more than 25,000 items, from dried plants to mammoth fossils, as well as tempo-rary exhibitions.

3. NAi & Huis SonneveldMuseumpark 25 The Netherlands Archi-tecture Institute (NAI) is an archive, museum, library and platform for architecture. Due to a planned renovation, the NAI will be closed until 1 June 2011. The Sonneveld House will still be open to the public; this museum home, designed by Brink-man & Van der Vlugt, is a secondary location of the NAI.

4. Chabot MuseumMuseumpark 11Paintings, sculptures,

drawings and graphics by famous Rotterdam artist Henk Chabot. The works are displayed with work by his contemporaries and other expressionists from the Netherlands and abroad.

5. Theater BonheurEendrachtsstraat 81Bonheur creates theatri-cal productions based on a fiery passion for language. Books by famous and unknown authors are adapted into poetic, intimate stage performances with a poignant clarity.

6. WORM Witte de Withstraat 63WORM has courage, conviction and musical talent. WORM schedules concerts, film screen-ings, workshops, master classes, festivals and other events. Its new venue, shop and production space will open in Witte de Withstraat in mid-2011; until then WORM is based at Achterhaven 148.

7. TENT.Witte de Withstraat 50TENT. showcases contem-porary art: Rotterdam-based, international, cur-rent, daring and dynamic. Various exhibitions every year; free TENT. Events held regularly on Thurs-day evenings.

8. Witte de WithWitte de Withstraat 50Witte de With Center for Contemporary Art is an internationally renowned art institution, displaying and discussing the latest developments in art and theory in its exhibitions and publications.

SHOPPING10. Marlies DekkersWitte de Withstraat 2Rotterdam’s own Marlies Dekkers is a famous

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designer, known inter- nationally for her trend-setting lingerie. Her designs are seductive and no-nonsense at the same time. Their excit-ing appeal comes from the strong ensemble of lines, layers and subtle cut-outs.

11. Margreeth OlsthoornWitte de Withstraat 5aMargreeth Olsthoorn works as a stylist in her own shop, which sells clothing from the better-known designer labels as well as new designers spotted by the shop.

12. Nieuwe Ontwerpers.nlWilliam Boothlaan 13aThe talent shop where young designers present and sell their own col-lections to consumers without making major investments. The shop regularly hosts fashion-related exhibitions.

13. Demonfuzz RecordsNieuwe Binnenweg 86Over 160,000 titles in stock, representing all musical genres from jazz, pop, rock, metal and reggae to techno, disco, funk, soul and hip-hop. Mostly second-hand albums, but the shop also carries a modest selec-tion of new vinyl.

14. KnetterNieuwe Binnenweg 88a Knetter has a wide and varied range of party attire and accessories for ladies and gentlemen. The unique mix of new and vintage clothing makes shopping at Knetter a real treat.

15. Hartman Binnenhuis-adviseursNieuwe Binnenweg 190One of the city’s most famous interior decorat-ing shops, Hartman offers timeless design from major brands. Dealer for Vitra, Pastoe, Fritz Hansen, Artemide, Ingo Maurer, Flos, Dutch Originals, Art of Living and more.

FOOD & DRINKS16. BazarWitte de Withstraat 16Hotel & Wereldeethuis Bazar is as international as its name suggests. The restaurant’s colourful tables, striking lamps and lively music resemble an exotic market in some faraway land. The dishes on the menu are mainly from North Africa and the Middle East.

17. De Witte AapWitte de Withstraat 78Recently chosen as the best bar in the world. Filled with art-lovers and shoppers by day, then

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Museum Boijmans Van Beuningen exhibits world-class art from the Early Middle Ages to the 21st century. Besides its permanent collection, the museum hosts 25 temporary exhibitions each year and arranges many activities that are open to the public. Various guided tours are available, as well as a multimedia tour of the highlights from the new permanent arrange-ment of The Collection II. The multimedia tour focuses on 30 artworks through stories, music, photos and videos. The museum shop sells de-signer gifts for all ages, gorgeous catalogues and fun trinkets. Free admission to the entire museum every Wednes-day.

9. MAMAWitte de Withstraat 29-31This showroom for Media And Moving Art is a plat-form for visual culture on the cutting edge of visual arts and popular culture. MAMA is a home base for the latest generation of image producers and artists.

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afternoon drinks as the day progresses, quickly followed by the vibrant nightlife.

19. Toko 94Witte de Withstraat 94Multicultural food in- cludes Caribbean, Suri-namese, Cape Verdean and Asian cuisine. The dishes are created by com-bining traditional Creole homestyle cooking with modern Western cooking techniques.

20. De EendrachtEendrachtsweg 31aThe centre of the restau-rant is a compact kitchen with a wood oven at its heart. Watch the chef work and feel free to ask questions; he loves to talk about his food. The menu varies every day depending on what inspires the cook.

21. Belgisch Biercafé BoudewijnNieuwe Binnenweg 53An authentic Belgian pub guarantees hospitality, good food and an impres-sive assortment of excep-tional beers. Choose one of the eight different beers on tap, or try one of the 35 other bottled brews.

22. Le VagebondNieuwe Binnenweg 99A friendly and bohemian music café open well past

most other venues on weekend nights. Famous DJs and live bands regu-larly raise the roof.

23. Wester PaviljoenNieuwe Binnenweg 136Grand café with a reading table and a spacious ter-race with summer sunshine until late in the day. Locals and visitors come to the Wester Paviljoen for coffee, drinks, lunch or dinner.

24. Lux‘s Gravendijkwal 133Heavily influenced by Sicilian cuisine, this Ital-ian restaurant has been a welcome establishment in Rotterdam for over 20 years. Enjoy tasty antipasti, good wine and an extensive menu in a timeless modern setting.

ENTERTAINMENT25. Club VibesWestersingel 50aClub Vibes is known as a small, intimate discotheque with a cheerful, relaxed feel. Dance till dawn to music from yesterday and today.

26. RotownNieuwe Binnenweg 19On the sunny side of the Nieuwe Binnenweg, Rotown is a temple to music. Music-lovers have found their way to the café, restaurant and pop venue for years. Rotown made its name with

performances by diverse, quality bands, including many big names.

27. Dizzy‘s-Gravendijkwal 127Dizzy Jazzcafé has been Rotterdam’s definitive jazz café for years, with live jazz and related mu-sical styles at least three days a week.

ACCOMMODATIONS28. A Small HotelWitte De Withstraat 94c The height of luxury, A Small Hotel is in a classic building in the cultural heart of Rotterdam.

29. Bilderberg ParkhotelWestersingel 70The ‘Grande Dame’ of Rotterdam has recently been restored to its for-mer glory. The 4 star hotel is just around the corner from Museum Boijmans Van Beunin-gen. The comfortable Garden and Villa rooms are spacious, and some have a garden-facing balcony.

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Bezoek Museum Boijmans Van Beuningen en maak een reis door de kunst van de Middel eeuwen tot nu. Ontdek de bij zon dere museum­collectie, met meester werken van Bosch, Rembrandt,Van Gogh en Dalí. Sta versteld van de wis sel ende tentoon stel lingen, van ontroe rende schilde rijen tot hippe heden daagse instal la ties. En niet te ver geten de strakke espresso bar en de museum­winkel vol design. Tot snel!

Visit Museum Boijmans Van Beuningen and take a trip through art from the Middle Ages right up to the present day. Discover the extra ordinary museum collection, with master pieces by Bosch, Rembrandt, Van Gogh and Dali. Be amazed by the changing exhi bitions, from heart-stopping paintings to cutting-edge contem po rary installa-tions. Not forgetting the cool espresso bar and the fabulous museum shop full of superb design. See you soon!

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Where ships once departed for the East, the Lloydkwartier now has homes and busi-nesses with impressive waterfront vistas. Modern high-rise buildings mix with reno-vated wharves and warehouses in one of the city’s most contemporary spots. The redevel-opment retained as much as possible of the robust port character. The Lloydkwartier is the heart of Rotterdam’s audiovisual, film and ICT industry, and the Schiecentrale is the heart of all that creative energy. Entre-preneurs and artists collaborate and coexist in this former power plant, which dates back to 1904. In addition to the creative enterprise in the Lloydkwartier, the area also has a the-atre, an authentic jazz cellar, various cafés and restaurants, and the Lloyd Multiplein, a large sport complex and event venue. The Pleinbioscoop open-air cinema event is held there every year.

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ARCHITECTURE1. Schiecentrale complexLloydstraatThe former power plant now houses agencies han-dling film, ICT, design and advertising. The studios are used to record TV shows, but they are also available for parties and events.

2. Shipping and Transport CollegeLloydstraat 300The building in the shape of a 1 is a prominent land-mark on the quay. The location and the building simply breathe transport, harbour and shipping.

FOOD & DRINKS3. De MachinistWillem Buytewechstraat 45An artistic meeting spot with studios, a grand café, restaurant, pub, club, debate and exhibi-tion hall, music room and theatre. In this veritable production line of knowl-edge, art and culture, you can wine and dine all day long.

4. Café VerhipSt. Jobsweg 21Verhip, with its relaxed atmosphere and delight-ful terrace, is where the creative sector comes for drinks, lunch or dinner. The eatery is in a detached building from 1928 right in front of the Schiecentrale.

5. Restaurant IvyLloydstraat 294Restaurant Ivy has one Michelin star and is one of the most exceptional restaurants in the Nether-lands. Everything is about taste, smell and sensation in your mouth, nose and ears. Chef Geurds also uses molecular cooking when it improves the flavour.

ENTERTAINMENT6. World Music and Dance CentrePieter de Hoochweg 125The WMDC is a venue and melting pot of music and dance styles from all over the world: from Argentinean tango to Indian raga. Local and international talents perform here regularly.

7. O.T. TheaterSt. Jobsweg 3Onafhankelijk Toneel pres-ents theatre and dance in the lovely O.T. Theater, and opera with an orchestra in the Rotterdamse Schouw-burg. Actors, dancers and singers from the Nether-lands and abroad join this versatile company.

8. C5 JazzSchiehaven 11C5 Jazz is a must-see for jazz-lovers. One of the few authentic jazz cellar clubs where musicians still per-form regularly. Dixieland and old school concerts every Sunday.

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Designer hotel Stroom is housed in a former power plant. The original steel girders and hoist-beams can still be seen. Exceptional details include the open kitchen, the vides, the roof terrace and the video projections on the walls. The Vide Studios include a 500-litre bathtub and two-person shower with a glass ceiling at a height of six metres, offering a gorgeous view of the starry skies from the bath. Stroom is also a trendy bar/lounge and restaurant: an inspiring networking location for creative entrepreneurs and artists.

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Historic Delfshaven is a picturesque area of Rotterdam that just begs to be explored. Once part of Delft, Delfshaven has a grand history and is famous for its association with the Pilgrim Fathers. In search of religious freedom, these Puritans fled England and spent years in Delfshaven before continuing their journeys to North America, where they were the first colonists in what would later become New England. The Pelgrimvader-skerk on the Voorhaven harbour dates back to 1761 and is a tangible marker of that chap-ter in history. With its shipyards and ware-houses, Delfshaven was an important loca-tion for the Dutch East India Company, the VOC. Nowadays it’s nostalgic and intimate, laced with waterways and canals lined in historic buildings and courtyards. Shop to your heart’s content in charming boutiques and ateliers, or sit at one of the many side-walk cafes and enjoy the exceptional beers on tap.

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attractions1. De Delft shipyardSchiehaven 15Witness the progress being made on the 18th century navy ship De Delft, and see for yourself how craftsmen work hard to complete one of the biggest replicas in the world. Includes an exhibition and a film.

art & cULtUrE2. Museum rotterdam De Dubbelde PalmboomVoorhaven 12The history museum tells the story of merchants, dockworkers, the middle class and the ordinary people of Rotterdam. The ground floor houses a permanent exhibition on Piet Hein.

sHoPPinG3. stylez shoesAelbrechtskolk 23 Looking for shoes for a wedding or special occa-sion? Stylez Shoes has a wide selection to choose from, including 200 differ-ent models of bridal shoes and exceptional footwear to complement a beautiful eveningwear look.

4. tolle LegeAelbrechtskolk 49Chartered antiquarian bookshop with a vast col-lection of children’s books, as well as books on his-tory, shipping and the city of Rotterdam. Also buys

and values vintage books and children’s literature.

5. Delfshaven Maritime arts & antiquesVoorhaven 33The place to go for nautical antiques, situated in the for-mer Henkes distillery. Un-rivalled collection of model ships, nautical instruments, ship’s bells, navigational maps, original prints and engravings, and sea charts.

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from the Netherlands and Belgium. The intimate am-bience and occasional live music provide character-istic Dutch charm.

8. café De oude sluisHavenstraat 7The gorgeous woodcarv-ings and chandeliers of this café recreate a nostalgic past. Students rub shoulders with artists, real Rotterdammers, shop-keepers and craftsmen.

9. Bla BlaPiet Heynsplein 35The Bla Bla restaurant has not served meat or fish in over 25 years. The interior and the vegan and vegetarian menu are inspired by interna-tional cuisine from many countries.

accoMMoDations10. Hotel BaanRochussenstraat 345aA comfortable, pleasant hotel situated in a lovely waterfront location on the Coolhaven city harbour with a view of historic Delfshaven.

11. B&B DelfshavenVoorhaven 47a-bThis 1916 house with its stair-stepped gable has a fully furnished short-stay apartment on the ground floor with a view of the historic ships moored in the inner city harbour.

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Outside the centre of Rotterdam, the city also offers various attractions, parks, build-ings, shopping centres and neighbourhoods that are more than worth a visit. Rotterdam Zuid, for example, is the youngest district in Rotterdam, and its residents reflect that fact: 70% are under the age of 18. The Zuid dis-trict includes the Zuidplein shopping cen-tre, the Ahoy arena and events centre, the colourful market at Afrikaanderplein and of course the De Kuip stadium, home base to FC Feyenoord. The streets of the Oude Noorden area with its old workers houses are lively and interesting; more and more trendy shops are opening here. Children and parents can have fun all day long at the Rot-terdam Zoo and Plaswijckpark. For peace, quiet and nature, visit the Kralingse Bos, the Hoge en Lage Bergse Bos or Trompenburg Arboretum with its gorgeous botanical gar-dens. Whether you are here to shop, explore culture or seek out quiet green spaces, there is always something to do and see in Rotter-dam - wherever you are.

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5. PlaswijckparkRingdijk 20An active, hands-on fam-ily park where children can playfully explore life as adults. Kids can drive cars through a course, cast off ships, discover the delights of the rambling playgrounds and zoo, and more.

6. Feyenoord tours in De Kuip StadiumVan Zandvlietplein 1De Kuip is an impressive stadium that regularly accommodates major football matches or spec-tacular concerts. The guided tour tells visitors about the stadium and its fascinating history.

ART & CULTURE7. ‘t GemaalPretorialaan 141’t Gemaal presents art and culture exhibitions and shows focusing on Rot-terdam Zuid.

ARCHITECTURE1. Van Nelle FactoryVan Nelleweg 1Built between 1926 and 1930, the Van Nelle Fac-tory is considered the most striking example of New Movement architec-ture. The complex that once processed coffee, tea and tobacco now houses creative companies.

ATTRACTIONS2. Rotterdam ZooBlijdorplaan 8One of the most beautiful zoos in Europe, Dier-gaarde Blijdorp is famous for its Oceanium where visitors are literally sur-rounded by fish. Visit the new African savannah to watch the animals from a life-sized baobab tree.

3. De SnerttramBoezemstraat 188See Rotterdam from a touring tram while enjoy- ing a cup of steaming split-pea soup. An ac-cordion player provides authentic atmosphere. Only on winter weekends.

4. Trompenburg Tuinen & ArboretumHoningerdijk 86The Trompenburg botanic gardens and arboretum have a huge collection of trees, shrubs, perennials, bulbs and tubers. Guided walking tours available upon request.

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8. HofpleintheaterBenthemstraat 13A theatre for children, young adults and grown-ups. Pupils from the Hofplein children’s theatre school perform with professional acts. The productions are often based on classic children’s books, fairy tales and operas.

9. Podium o950Oostmaaslaan 950A meeting point on the Maas, Podium o950 presents a cultural array of lectures, films, exhibi-tions and concerts. The remarkable building was designed by Gerrit Rietveld’s architecture and design firm.

10. Theater ZuidpleinZuidplein 60The lively theatre in Rotterdam Zuid presents many shows every year, including theatre, dance, concerts, musicals and children’s shows. The the-atre is primarily known for its many cabaret shows.

SHOPPING11. RotabsZaagmolenkade 46Rotabs is like a clearing house for the applied arts. Ambitious designers create and sell their work here, offering fashion, art and lifestyle products.

12. Kookpunt RotterdamRotterdam NoordpleinA wide assortment of professional kitchen implements for private cooking. Paradise for amateur chefs, this shop also gives cooking courses and demonstrations.

13. Winkelcentrum AlexandriumKorte PoolsterstraatSpend a whole day shop-ping at one of the biggest shopping centres in the country at 44,000m2. Ex-tremely diverse, including interior decoration, audio and video, and of course fashion.

14. Winkelcentrum ZuidpleinZuidplein Hoog 420The Zuidplein shopping centre is a great place for a fun day on the town. 155 shops offer a wide range of top brands and diverse food & drinks, all under the same roof.

FOOD & DRINKS15. Deliclassics Gas-tronomieZwaanshals 275Embark on a voyage through the world’s food sensations and enjoy authentically prepared dishes made from pure, natural ingredients. Clas-sic Dutch regional cuisine is also on the menu, adapted to modern times.

16. De TuinPlaszoom 354This garden restaurant is situated in a lovely historical building with authentic elements on the Kralingse Plas lake. Performances and parties held regularly with food, drinks and dancing along the waterfront.

17. FredHoningerdijk 263Fred Mustert has been a stellar name in Dutch gastronomy for decades. Every day, this master chef employs all his senses to express his passion for food, which earned him his f irst Michelin star.

ENTERTAINmENT18. Pathé de KuipCor Kieboomplein 501Check out the newest blockbusters. Pathé cin-ema offers a wide range of the latest films every week, from action to romance, from thrillers to SF.

ACCOmmODATIONS19. Van der Valk Hotel Rotterdam-BlijdorpEnergieweg 2Near Blijdorp Rotterdam Zoo, only 10 minutes from the centre and situated conveniently near several motorways and Rotter-dam The Hague Airport. The hotel also has its own international restaurant.

20. Stadscamping RotterdamKanaalweg 84Camping in the city. Enjoy the peace and sim-plicity of camping with all the conveniences of a major metropolis within your reach.

21. Novotel Rotterdam BrainparkK.P. van der Mandelelaan 150Recently renovated mod-ern 4-star hotel offers free parking at the edge of the city. Easily acces-sible by car or public transport from the city centre.

VARIOUS22. Kralingse Bos & PlasThe Kralingse Bos is a wooded park that sur-rounds the Kralingse Park lake. The park is popular with joggers and inline skaters. On and around the lake, you can sail, swim, or just relax in the sun beside your barbecue.

23. Ahoy RotterdamAhoyweg 10Ahoy Rotterdam is one of the biggest indoor event halls in the Netherlands. World-famous musicians have been playing to packed halls here for de-cades, but Ahoy also hosts major sporting events and trade fairs.

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DISCOVER THE WORLD BEHIND FEYENOORDHave you always wanted to take a peek behind the scenes of football club Feyenoord and De Kuip?

Take a Feyenoord tour of De Kuip and spend some time in the most beautiful stadium of the Netherlands. Let the tour guides inspire you with their real Feyenoord stories. During the tour, you will see unique parts of the stadium. You will also visit the Feyenoord Museum and see the trophies, highlights and movies about the history of Feyenoord and De Kuip.

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Get the Feyenoord feeling. Visit De Kuip!

Feyenoord Museum en RondleidingenVan Zandvlietplein 13077 AA RotterdamT 010 – 292 68 22 (Tue till Fri, from 10 a.m. – 15 p.m.)E rondleidingen@dekuip.nlI www.dekuip.nl

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Rotterdam is centrally located in the province of South Holland, a varied region rich in his-tory, water and green spaces, with an expan-sive coastline. Hoek van Holland boasts sand, sea and public-access dunes crisscrossed with cycle paths and walking routes. Bask on the beach, catch an ocean breeze or enjoy wa-ter sports, or have a tasty meals and a drink at the many beach pavilions and restaurants. Tucked away between the coasts of Zeeland and Rotterdam’s world-class port, the nearby islands are an oasis of calm amidst beaches, dunes, forests and reclaimed polderland. Not far from Rotterdam, the old fortified city of Schiedam has 225 national monuments built by prosperous gin distilleries, as well as mu-seums, restaurants and cafés in exceptional locations. Whether you are looking for peace and quiet, culture or friendly gezelligheid, there are many intriguing and enjoyable day trips near Rotterdam.

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Hoek van Holland is where Rotterdam heads to the beach. Stretch out on the sand, frolic in the water, or enjoy a great meal or drinks at the many beach pavilions and restaurants. The Nieuwe Waterweg is a good vantage point for watch-ing the ships come and go, and the public access dunes offer many cycle and walking paths.

Maeslantkering / Het keringhuisNieuw oranjekanaal 139The Maeslant storm surge barrier is a key part of the Delta Works. If a storm tide threatens to flood the area, two huge white gates close off the New Waterway. The Keringhuis information centre offers a fun and instructive exhibition.

Het FortStationsweg 82Het Fort occupies the for-mer coastal defence fort in Hoek van Holland. The armoured fort is over 100 years old and takes you on a trip through history in a series of rooms, such as the soldiers’ quarters (1890) and the room where the Dutch Cabinet meets (1940).

ScHiedaM Schiedam is a neighbour-ing city of Rotterdam. It flourished in the heyday of the jenever and shipping industry. Its museums and its 225 national monuments erected by prosperous distilleries give the city a nostalgic air. Schiedam has many restaurants and cafés in exceptional locations, such as historical ware-houses or an old windmill.

Stedelijk Museum SchiedamHoogstraat 112-114The Stedelijk Museum Schiedam displays ‘ex-perimental’ and ‘infor-mal’ art from 1945-1960 by painters like Karel Appel and Corneille. The museum’s collection also includes work from the 1960s and 70s by such ar-tists as Jan Schoonhoven and Peter Struyken, as well as temporary exhibi-tions on modern art.

Jenevermuseum SchiedamLange Haven 74-76A beautiful museum offer-ing many opportunities for a fun, great-tasting and educational day, afternoon or evening. The museum’s fully functional distillery still produces Old Schiedam jenever malt spirits, just as it did 300 years ago.

Museummolen de nieuwe PalmboomNoordvest 34Since the restoration of the Nieuwe Palmboom windmill, it has housed the Dutch Corn Mill Museum. The museum addresses the themes of farmer, miller, baker and roaster. At over 30 metres, the windmill is the biggest of its kind in the world.

Thermen Holiday Sauna & Beauty center SchiedamPrinses Beatrixlaan 10Thermen Holiday Sauna Schiedam offers a broad spectrum of relaxation, including a swimming pool, a cinema sauna, an aquarium sauna, an herb temple and an enchanting hammam, Relax with a massage or foot rub, or en-joy a beauty treatment.

Zuid-HollandSe eilandenThe islands in the prov-

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ince of Zuid-Holland offer water, beaches, dunes, forests and polderland, as well as historic towns and au-thentic villages. Nestled between the coasts of Zeeland and the industry of Rotterdam’s world-class port, the islands are ideal for a short stay or a longer holiday.

Futureland, MaasvlakteEuropaweg 902

FutureLand is an inter- active information centre for Maasvlakte 2. Visitors learn about dredging works at sea, sand suppletion to create new land for the port, or the hypermodern ocean quays, or view Maasvlakte 2 from the air as it will be in 2033. FutureLand is a glimpse of future history.

TiengemetenThe island of Tiengemeten is a nature reserve in the Haringvliet estuary. Once used for farming, the island has now largely returned to its natural state. On Tiengemeten, you can cycle over the island, go exploring out-side the dikes, or even stay overnight in a traditional farmstead or visit the Rien Poortvliet Museum.

accoMModaTionScarlton oasisCurieweg 1Escape the stress and hurry of everyday life at the Carlton Oasis hotel, perfectly situated to offer the best of both worlds: the lively metropolis of Rotterdam and the rural serenity of Zeeland.

resort citta romana, HellevoetsluisParkweg 1A spacious holiday villa park just half an hour by car from Rotterdam, Citta Romana offers a range of luxury villas: detached, duplex and semi-detached. The beach is just a few minutes away by bicycle or on foot. The Haringvliet estuary and the North Sea offer excellent opportunities for water sports.

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The windmills of Kinderdijk were added to UNESCO’s World Heritage List in 1997. Kinderdijk has 19 windmills sur-rounded by meadows, willows and villages, dikes and rivers, historic farms and fruit orchards. Ce-lebrating this year’s theme, “Long live the windmills”, Kinder-dijk offers a range of activities, including a theatre show and a miniature version of Kinderdijk itself. One of the ways to reach Kinderdijk is on the Nehalennia passenger cruiser that leaves from Rotterdam.

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Rotterdam is easily accessible by plane, boat, train or car. Excellent transport connections throughout the city and the region rely on a network of buses, trams, metro, RandstadRail, taxis and water taxis.

AIR TRAvELFlights regularly land at Rotterdam The Hague Airport from major cities in neighbouring countries, operated by various airlines includ-ing transavia.com. Continuing your journey to Rotterdam Central is quick and easy.• Car/taxi - 10 minutes. Hire a car at Rotterdam The Hague Airport,

for example from Sixt car rentals.• RandstadRail (Meijersplein stop) + Airport Shuttle (bus 50) - 15 minutes• Airport Shuttle (bus 33 / bus 12 (at night)) – 20 to 25 minutes

For more information: Rotterdam The Hague Airport information desk / +31 (0)10 - 446 34 44 / www.rotterdamthehagueairport.nl. Sixt car rentals / +31 (0)10 - 462 72 21 / www.sixt.nl.

BOATHook of Holland, just half an hour from Rotterdam Central Station, is the port of call for the boat from Harwich, England operated by Stena Line. The P&O Ferries vessel from Hull, England arrives in Rotter-dam Europoort, where a direct shuttle bus from De Jong Tours stands ready to take passengers to Rotterdam.

For more information: Stena Line: Hook of Holland - Harwich / 0900 8123 (€ 0.10 p/m) / www.stenaline.nl. P&O Ferries: Rotterdam Eu-ropoort - Hull / +31 (0)20 - 200 83 33 / www.poferries.nl.

TRAINRotterdam offers excellent train connections. The international high-

speed trains stop here, but intercity trains from all over the Nether-lands also call at Rotterdam Central Station.

THALYS • The Thalys high-speed train makes Rotterdam just a short trip from Antwerp (30 minutes), Brussels (1 hour and 11 minutes) and Paris (2 hours and 36 minutes). The Thalys now runs ten times a day. Travellers from the UK can take the Eurostar to Brussels and transfer to the Thalys there.

FYRA • Fyra is the fastest connection between Amsterdam, Schiphol and Rotterdam. Travel from Amsterdam to Rotterdam in 43 minutes, and from Schiphol to Rotterdam in just 26 minutes. Fyra runs every two hours, from early morning to late evening.

CARRotterdam is easily accessible by the A13, A15, A16 en A20 motor-ways (see map on the next page). Various parking options are avail-able in the city (see page 95).

METRO ANd RANdsTAdRAILThe Rotterdam metro network covers the greater Rotterdam area. There are five metro lines, each with its own colour, its own letter and the name of its terminal stations. That makes it easy to find which metro you need; all you have to do is remember the colour or letter and the terminal sta-tion of the line you want. For example, take the blue metro line (D) from Rotterdam Station to reach the centre of Rotterdam (Beurs station).

Metro line E is part of the RandstadRails. This light rail connec-tion runs between the city centres of The Hague, Rotterdam and Zoetermeer. It starts from and ends at Rotterdam Central.

Times: Mon-Sat 5:30 am - 0:15 am / Sun 7:30 am - 0:15 am (times vary depending on the line). Prices and payment: see box.

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TRAMThe tram lines that go through the city centre are 4, 7, 8, 20, 21, 23 and 25. All the trams stop at Central Station.

Times: Mon-Sat 5 am - 0:30 am / Sun 7 am - 0:30 am (times vary de-pending on the line). Prices and payment: see box.

For more information about public transport arrival and departure times, call 0900 9292 (€ 0.70 p/m) or visit www.9292ov.nl.

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Points of sale• Sale and top-up

machines at the metro stations

• Sale and information kiosks at the Beurs metro station and at Central Station

• The RET Service Shop (Laan op Zuid 2)

• At post offices, Primera shops and Tabac&Gifts shops

• Rotterdam.info (tour-ist office) and the VVV Rotterdam Info Café (anonymous chip card)

• www.ov-chipkaart.nl/webwinkel.

Prices anonymous chip card • RET 1-2-3 day card

starts from € 6• RET 2 metro

trips € 4.90

• RET 2 hours of travel € 3.50

• RET bus & tram 1 hour travel pass € 2.50

Payment: • Bank pass, Chipknip

smart card or credit card.

Go to www.ov-chip kaart.nl or www.ret.nl for more information.

PUBLIC TRANsPORT PRICEs Travel by metro, tram and bus in Rotterdam with the OV chip card.

WATERBUsFor a day trip in the area around Rotterdam, you might want to check out the Waterbus. This fast ferry sails between Rotterdam (Willem-skade) and the Drecht Cities (Dordrecht, Sliedrecht, Papendrecht and Gorinchem). Passengers can bring along a bicycle free of charge.

Times: Mon-Fri 7 am - 8 pm / Sat 8 am - 8 pm / Sun 11 - 7 pm (times vary de-pending on the line). Price: depends on the length of the trip. Day tickets cost € 11 or € 7 (discount rate). Payment: cash (on board). www.waterbus.nl.

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WATER TAxIThe classic HNY water taxis shuttle back and forth between Hotel New York and the Leuvehaven and the Veerhaven. No reservation re-quired; no need to wait more than ten minutes. Each water taxi can accommodate one to eight people.

Times: Mon-Sun 9 am - midnight. Prices: € 2.90 for a one-way trip to Veerhaven / € 3.60 for a one-way trip to Leuvehaven.Payment: cash (on board), bank pass (only at the HNY dock). www.watertaxirotterdam.nl.

High-speed Maas Taxis sail between various boarding points in the city and the greater Rotterdam area. You can order a Maas Taxi via +31 (0)10 - 403 03 03. Each Maas Taxi can accommodate one to six people.

Times: Mon-Thu 7 am - midnight / Fri 7 am - 1 am / Sat 9 am - 1 am / Sun 9 am - midnight. Prices: a one-way trip starts from € 6.70 for an adult (depending on the number of people and the length of the trip). Payment: cash (on board), bank pass (only at the HNY dock). www.watertaxirotterdam.nl.

TAxITaxis are also available 24 hours a day, seven days a week. This chauffeured form of transport may be in a car, but the options also include a tuk-tuk (rickshaw) or a bicycle taxi.

• Rotterdam Taxi Centre (RTC) / +31 (0)10 - 462 60 60 • St. Job Taxi / +31 (0)10 - 425 70 00

• Rotterdam Airport Taxi / +31 (0)10 - 262 04 06• Tuk Tuk Company Rotterdam / Flag it down on the street• Velotaxi (a covered bicycle taxi) / +31 (0)6 - 15 29 59 01 (April until

September from 10 am to 5 pm)

BICYCLERotterdam is a great city to discover by bicycle. The extensive net-work of cycle paths are well maintained and the city is part of a net-work of major bicycle routes in the greater Rotterdam area (www.fietseninregiorotterdam.nl). You can rent a bicycle at Rotterdam Central Station, starting from about € 6.50 per day (+31 (0)10 - 412 62 20). When you’re in the city centre, you can take advantage of the free bicycle shelters on the Binnenrotte and the Meent.

Buy a Rotterdam Welcome Card including a RET 1, 2 or 3 day card (starts from € 9 for adults). See page 98 for more information.

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P+R (FREE)The cheapest and easiest way to park your vehicle is a Park+Ride lot at the edge of the city. The P+R lots are located at the following metro stations: Capelsebrug, Hoogvliet, Kralingse Zoom, Noor-derhelling , Meijersplein and Slinge (see metro map on page 92). Use the free (secure) parking facilities at these locations and take public transport into the city. All the P+R lots offer direct public transport connections to the city centre. You can be in the heart of the city within 20 minutes, without any parking problems.

PARKING IN A CAR PARK (PAId) There are many car parks in and near the city centre. Parking in a car park is generally cheaper than parking on the street. The parking signage will guide you to the nearest car park that still has spaces available. Prices may vary depending on the car park, the location

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and how long you park. In general, the closer a car park is to the cen-tre, the more expensive it is. For example, the Schouwburgplein car park charges an initial fee of € 2 (51 minutes), and another € 1 per 26 minutes after that.

Payment: bank pass, credit card, (prepaid) Chipknip smart card or cash.

PARKING ALONG THE sTREETs (PAId) All of the city centre and various other busy areas have paid parking; in some areas, paid parking is in effect 24 hours a day. However, park-ing fees may vary. All parking metres list the fees and the times that apply. No parking metres accept cash.

Payment: (prepaid) Chipknip smart card, credit card (in the city cen-tre and at tourist attractions), parking card.

INFORMATION FOR PEOPLE WITH A dIsABILITYThe centre of Rotterdam offers a number of accessible parking places for the disabled. You may park in the designated spaces if you have a dis-abled parking card in your car. Disabled-access toilets are also available at various places in the city centre and at key tourist attractions. For more information about disabled-access parking, car parks and accessibility of buildings in Rotterdam, visit the site at: www.toegankelijk.rotterdam.nl.

Prepaid ChipknipAvailable from various shops in Rot-terdam, including the VVV tourist informa-tion office. Sold in amounts of € 5, € 10, € 20 and € 50.

Parking card For parking along the streets. Buy a park-ing card in advance from a Stadswinkel shop, for one or two hours, a full day, a week or a month. You can purchase a card

which is valid for the entire city or just one neighbourhood. Prices start from € 1.60 (1 hour). (The Stadswinkel shop for the city centre is located in City Hall, Coolsingel 40.)

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ROTTERdAM.INFORotterdam.info is your central source for Rotterdam information, offering tips and information on what to see and do in Rotterdam. Rotterdam.info also sells concert tickets, gift certificates and souve-nirs. From attractions and nightlife to architecture and housing, the thematic structure and diverse brochures will help you find your way around. The enthusiastic staff provide personal assistance. Public transport tickets and parking vouchers also sold here.

Open: Mon-Fri 10 am – 7 pm / Sat 9:30 am - 6 pm / Sun 10 am - 5 pm. Coolsingel 197, tel 0900 403 40 65 (€ 0.35 p/m). info@rot terdam.info // www.rotterdam.info.

vvv ROTTERdAM INFO CAFÉLocated near Rotterdam Central Station, the VVV Rotterdam Info Café has a service desk, a wide range of tourist information fold-ers and computers with internet access, offering quick and easy resources so you can find out what part of the city you would like to visit. Follow the i Tourist Information signs to Engels Grandcafé Restaurant, where the Info Café is located.Open: Mon-Sat 9 am - 5:30 pm / Sun 10 am - 5 pm. Stationsplein 45.

I-sERvICE KIOsKsA number of i-Service kiosks are located in and around Rotterdam which provide various tourist information folders and brochures. You can find them at: Beurs/WTC, Selexyz Donner, Rotterdam The Hague Airport Infodesk, Shopping Centre Zuidplein, Shopping Mall Alex-andrium, Wilhelminapier Information Centre, De Vier Seizoenen (Overschie), Cultural Information Point Capelle and the Bergschen-hoek Library.

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AvAILABLE FROM vvv ROTTERdAMGUIDES & BROCHURES • VVV Rotterdam offers various free guides and brochures that help visitors and locals explore and discover all that the city has to offer. These publications are available from Rot-terdam.info, VVV Rotterdam Info Café and the i-Service kiosks. Or download them from www.rotterdam.info.

• City Map - Map of Rotterdam, including locations and addresses. A good supplement to the RZine. Available together for € 1.

• Roaming Rotterdam - A two-hour walk past all the highlights of Rotterdam.

• Architecture in Rotterdam - All the Rotterdam landmarks and other architectural highlights in one brochure.

• Rotterdam Art City - Information on museums, galleries and public art in Rotterdam.

ROTTERDAM WELCOME CARD • The Rotterdam Welcome Card gives a 25% discount or more at 54 attractions, museums, restau-rants and various entertainment venues. It includes a public trans-port pass that gives the bearer one, two or three days of unlimited travel by RET metro, tram and bus in Rotterdam. Price: € 9 / € 12 / € 15. Sold at Rotterdam.info, VVV Rotterdam Info Café, Rotterdam The Hague Airport and many hotels, or available to order online from www.rotterdam.info.

OTHER PRODUCTS• Tickets • Gift certificates, such as the VVV gift certificate• Souvenirs and gifts*• Disposable public transport pass (OV-chip card)• Prepaid Chipknip smart card(* only at the main RotteRdam.info office, not in the Info Café)

CITY TOURsRotterdam is a dynamic city with a rich history, fantastic architecture and fascinating locations that invite discovery. Special group pack-ages offer many exceptional ways to explore the city. Check out the table on page 110 for a complete overview of Rotterdam city tours.

EMERGENCY AssIsTANCE• National emergency assistance hotline (ambulance, fire depart-

ment, police) - 112• Police (for non-emergencies) - 0900 8844

Make sure you never miss a bit of what’s going on in Rotterdam by sub-scribing to the digital newsletter. Get the best nightlife tips, special offers and contests in your inbox. See www.rotterdam.info.

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Edvard Munch Kunsthal Rotterdamthru 20/02The first comprehen-sive overview in the Netherlands shows over 150 works by Norwegian painter Edvard Munch.

Gabriel Lester - Suspension of disbeliefMuseum Boijmans Van Beuningen12/02 - 08/05Displayed in two large galleries, this solo show deals with various aspects of fate and fortune.

Dunya Festival Park bij de Euromast29/05 Performance and art festi-val showcases provocative artists, musicians, story-tellers and poets from all over the world.

ZorroNew Luxor Theater28/06 - 10/07Musical of passion, stunts, adventure, humour and emotion, framed in au-thentic Spanish flamenco and music by the Gypsy Kings.

40th International Film Festival RotterdamVarious locations26/01 - 06/02IFFR is a 12-day festival celebrating indepen-dent, innovative and experimental films in 24 theatres.

Motel MozaïqueVarious locations07/04 - 10/04Festival with new music, imaginative art, impressive theatre and inspiring film.

Rotterdam Open Rotterdam city centre 20/06 - 24/06 Shopping extravaganza & tons of fun activities continue all evening: shops stay open until 11pm on 24 June.

Camping Rotterdam Sidelingepark, Overschie 14/07 - 17/07Camping in the city in au-thentic Dutch style, with a fun-filled programme of entertainment and theatre for all ages.

ANGRYNederlands Fotomuseum22/01 - 12/06ANGRY focuses on three in-terpretations of angry and obstinate adolescents: by the youth themselves, by the media and by artists and photographers.

Worlds of Colour Chabot Museum27/02 - 05/06An overview of 20th century art history span-ning eight decades: from impressionism through expressionism to abstract art.

Poetry International FestivalRotterdamse Schouwburg 14/06 - 19/06 A week of diverse pro-grammes, lectures, inter-views and debates from, with and between Dutch and international poets.

Metropolis FestivalZuiderpark03/07 Music festival with rising local and international stars. Bands like Interpol and The Strokes launched their careers here.

ABN AMRO World Tennis TournamentAhoy Rotterdam07/02 - 13/02One of the world’s main tennis tournaments featuring world-class athletes, various activities and theme days.

ABN-AMRO Marathon Rotterdam Coolsingel (start / finish)10/04For the 31st time, the fast track and incredible ath-letes will attract hundreds of thousands of spectators.

North Sea Round Town Various locations24/06 - 10/07 Rotterdam warms up for the North Sea Jazz Festival with jazz and world music at locations throughout the city.

EuroGames 2011 Various locations20/07 - 24/07The biggest LGBT (lesbian, gay, bisexual & transgender) sports and culture event ever held in Rotterdam.

Boat PeopleMaritiem Museum Rotterdam22/01 - 04/09A powerful exhibition on the perilous sea crossings attempted by African and Vietnamese refugees, with photos by Piet den Blanken.

Rotterdam Museum NightVarious locations05/03 Museums and galleries open their doors for a sur-prising night filled with special programmes.

De Parade Museumpark16/06 - 26/06Theatre, music, literature, dance, film, visual arts, food and drinks: this trav-elling festival tantalises all the senses.

North Sea Jazz FestivalAhoy Rotterdam08/07 - 10/07The world’s biggest indoor jazz festival with tradi-tional jazz, soul, blues, hip-hop, R&B, world beat, Latin and more.

Art Rotterdam / Object RotterdamCruise Terminal / LP II10/02 - 13/02Visual art from 70 international galleries on display with objects, design and jewellery by 20 international artists.

Rotterdam Opera DaysVarious locations20/05 - 29/05Opera and musical theatre in various venues and un-expected locations, on the theme: The lost paradise.

Day of ArchitectureVarious locations 25/06Imposing buildings are open to the public, with workshops for all ages, presentations, tours and bicycle excursions.

Summer Carnival Rotterdam city centre29/07 - 30/07The biggest tropical festival in the Netherlands boasts a spectacular car-nival parade and various performance venues.

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Pleinbioscoop Lloyd Multiplein, Schiehaven 17/08 - 28/08Open-air cinema shows diverse selection of Hol-lywood blockbusters, art house successes and high-lights of world cinema.

World harbour DaysAround the Maas River02/09 - 04/09Demonstrations, excur-sions and presentations show how international, innovative and sustainable the port of Rotterdam is.

De Internationale Keuze van de Rotterdamse SchouwburgRotterdamse Schouwburg15/09 - 02/10The theatrical season opens with surprising the-atre from Europe, the US, Africa and Rotterdam.

Netherlands Military TattooAhoy Rotterdam29/09 - 02/10Musical show featuring military and civilian orchestras from the Neth-erlands and abroad, with a Street Parade on Friday.

Bavaria City Racing Rotterdam city centre21/08 Formula 1 race car driv-ers and other big names from automotive sports give demonstrations through the streets of Rotterdam.

Gergiev FestivalDe Doelen and other locations08/09 - 18/09Festival of the Rotterdam Philharmonic Orchestra with opera, symphonic compositions, chamber music and more.

Eugene AtgetNederlands Fotomuseum24/09 - 21/12French photographer Eugène Atget compiled an archive of 10,000 photos he took of ‘Old Paris’ from 1897-1927.

Mummies Kunsthal Rotterdam01/10 - 29/01Exhibition on mummies and burial rituals from Ancient Egypt shows over 225 items from the collec-tion of the Dutch National Museum of Antiquities.

OVG Veerhavenconcert Veerhaven 27/08 - 28/08Open-air classical concert in a charming harbour with performances by the Rotterdam Philharmonic Orchestra and more.

The World of Witte de WithWitte de Withstraat09/09 - 11/09 Unconventional festival with three days of cutting-edge art, theatre, fashion, music and film at its most provocative.

Marijke van WarmerdamMuseum Boijmans Van Beuningen24/09 - 15/01 A major retrospective of Marijke van Warmerdam with films, videos, sound installations, photos, sculp-tures and ̀ painted’ film stills.

Ahoy Christmas CircusAhoy Rotterdam16/12 - 27/12Magical outing as the year draws to a close, with a spectacular programme from the world’s best circus acts.

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lookouT ToWer €8.90 €5.70 (4-11)

€6.40 €4.20 (4-11)

apr-sepT: moN-suN 9:30am-11pmocT-mar: moN-suN 10am-11pm / plaTForms Till 10pm / lasT ride oN euroscoop aT 9:45pm

✘ Tram 8 (euromasT sTop) / meTro dijkzigT / WaTerTaxi (parkhaveN)

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No Name + address + Tel descripTioN priceprice roTTerdam Welcome card opeN closed accessibiliTy

g histoRic tRaM line 10deparTs From WillemspleiN (aT spido) T 06 5351 3630

ciTy Tour €5€3.50 (12 & uNder)

✘ jul-aug: Tue-suN deparTure aT 10:30, 11:30am, 12:30, 1:30, 2:30 + 3:30pm

sep-juN Tram 8, 23, 25 (leuvehaveN sTop) / meTro leuvehaveN

laseRGaMe RotteRdaMparkhaveN across From euromasTT (010) 436 21 33

laser gamiNg €9 1sT game €7 2Nd game

✘ Tue 4-10pm / Wed 1-10pm / Thu 4-10pm / Fri 3pm-1am / saT 11am-1am / suN 11am-10pm

✘ Tram 8 (euromasT sTop) / meTro dijkzigT / WaTerTaxi (parkhaveN)

MidGet Golf paRkhavenparkhaveN 22T (010) 476 56 16

midgeT golF € 6.50 (4 & uNder) ✘ 1 mar uNTil 23 ocT: Tue-suN 11am-6pmholidays: moN-suN 10am-6pm

26 ocT-26 Feb Tram 8 (euromasT sTop) / meTro dijkzigT / WaTerTaxi (parkhaveN)

2 pannenkoekenbootparkhaveN across From euromasT T (010) 436 72 95

sailiNg paNcake resTauraNT

€15 / €10 (3-12)

€11.25€7.50 (3-12)

Wed, Fri, saT + suN 4:30pm + 6pm school holidays Tue-suN 4:30pm + 6pm

✘ Tram 8 (euromasT sTop) / meTro dijkzigT / WaTerTaxi (parkhaveN)

1 spidoWillemspleiN 85T (010) 275 99 88

harbour boaT Tour From 75 miN: €9.75 €6 (4-11)

€7.30€4.50 (4-11)

moN-suN (mulTiple Times a day, depeNdiNg oN Time oF The year)

1 jaN, 25 dec Tram 7 (WillemspleiN sTop) / Tram 23, 25, 8 (leuvehaveN sTop) / meTro leuvehaveN

j de delft shipyaRdschiehaveN 15T (010) 276 01 15

resToraTioN oF 18Th ceNTury ship

€6 €3 (4-12)

€3 €1.50 (4-12)

Tue-Fri 10am-4pm /saT, suN + holidays 11am-5pm

25 dec Tram 8 (oosTkousdijk sTop) / meTro coolhaveN / WaTerTaxi (schiemoNd)

1 de distilleeRketel windMillvoorhaveN 210T (010) 477 91 81

WorkiNg graiN mill €1€0.50 (T/m 12)

Free Wed 1-5pm / saT 10am-4pm 25 dec Tram 8 (spaNjaardsTraaT sTop) / meTro delFshaveN (10 miN Walk)

k 2 dieRGaaRde blijdoRpblijdorplaaN 8T (010) 443 14 95

roTTerdam zoo €19.50€16.50 (3-9)

€14.65€14.85 (3-9)

moN-suN From 9am (closiNg Time depeNdiNg oN The seasoN)

✘ bus 40, 44, 49 (rivièrazijde eNTraNce) / bus 33 (oceaNiumzijde eNTraNce) / ceNTral sTaTioN (12 miN Walk)

6 feijenooRd stadiuM touRs vaN zaNdvlieTpleiN 1T (010) 292 68 22

Tour oF de kuip €11.50 / €8.50 (12 & uNder) (reserva-TioNs required)

€7.50 Wed 12:30pm + 2:30pm / Thu-saT 10:30am, 12.30pm + 2:30pm (excepT oN days oF maTches aNd eveNTs)

see WWW.dekuip.Nl

Tram 23 (sTadioN FeijeNoord sTop)

Golf centRe RotteRdaMkleiWeg 480T (010) 418 88 48

golFiNg From €18.50 ✘ moN 5pm-22pm / Tue-Fri 8am-10pm / saT + suN 8am-8pm

24-31 dec Tram 8 (kleiWeg sTop) / Tram 25 (siNT FraNciscus sTop) / meTro melaNch-ToNWeg

5 plaswijckpaRkriNgdijk 20T (010) 418 18 36

Family park Nov-mar €5.50 apr-ocT €9.30 Free (0-1)

Nov-mar €5.50 apr-ocT €6.95 Free (0-1)

Nov-mar: Wed, Fri, saT, suN: 10am-5pm / apr-ocT: moN-suN 9am-6pm / school holidays: moN-suN 10am/5pm

✘ Tram 25 (meidoorNWeide sTop)

Rib expeRience (RotteRdaM Roots)by admiraliTeiTskade 85T (010) 411 37 27

speed kick oN The maas

€30 (childreN oNly permiTTed WiTh adulTs)

€22 mar-dec: Fri + saT(call For exacT Times)

✘ Tram 7 (boezemWeg sTop) / Tram 21 (oosTpleiN sTop) / meTro oosTzeedijk

sneRttRaM (staRts fRoM bRazzo)boezemsTraaT 188T (010) 414 80 79

Tram Tour WiTh soup

€15 (1.5 hrs, iNcludiNg soup)

✘ ocT-may: saT 2:30pm + 4:30pm, suN 4:30pm juN-sep Tram 7 (boezemWeg sTop) / meTro oosTpleiN

4 tRoMpenbuRG tuinen & aRboRetuMhoNiNgerdijk 86T (010) 233 01 66

boTaNical gardeNs €5.50Free (12 & uNder)

✘ moN-Fri 9am-5pm / saT + suN 10am-4pm (Nov-mar: suN 12-4pm) / holidays 10am-4pm

21 dec-10 jaN Tram 21 (WoudesTeiN sTop)

Tip: ask abouT possible discouNTs WheN you arrive aT The aTTracTioN (group, 65+, museum card, roTTerdampas, eTc.)

The locaTioNs are opeN all year rouNd uNless sTaTed oTherWise.

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Naam + adres + Tel descripTioN WebsiTe

aRound town city eventsoverblaak 104T (010) 477 64 77

iNcludiNg kickbike Tours, bike Tours aNd WalkiNg Tours

WWW.arouNdToWN.Nl

city safaRisaFTleveNsTraaT 4aT (010) 436 35 67

discover roTTerdam’s daily liFe WWW.ciTysaFari.Nl

dolphin MaRitiMerijksboom 90T (0187) 499 341

rib-adveNTures WWW.dolphiN-ribs.com

industRieel toeRisMeT (010) 218 91 94

excursioNs To The porT oF roTTerdam

WWW.iNdusTrieelToerisme.com

MisteR RotteRdaMadmiraliTeiTssTraaT 7aT (010) 414 54 65

ciTy eveNTs WWW.misTerroTTerdam.Nl reservaTioNs required; prices may vary by Tour. coNTacT The orgaNisaTioN For more iNFormaTioN.

citY toUrS (onlY for GroUpS)

RotteRdaM aRchiGuidesschiekade 205T (010) 433 22 31

archiTecTure excursioNs WWW.roTTerdam-archiguides.Nl

RotteRdaM bycycleschiekade 205T (010) 433 22 31

guided Tours by bicycle WWW.roTTerdambycycle.Nl

RotteRdaM events coMpanyslepersvesT 5-7T (010) 214 05 99

TeambuildiNg programmes, arraNgemeNTs aNd parTy coNcepTs

WWW.roTTerdameveNTs.Nl

RotteRdaM Roots city touRsT (010) 411 37 27

iNcludiNg ciTy games, gps Tours aNd kickbike Tours

WWW.roTTerdamrooTs.Nl

l

No Name + address + Tel descripTioN priceprice roTTerdam Welcome card opeN closed accessibiliTy

l futuRelandeuropaWeg 902, maasvlakTeT (010) 252 252 0

maasvlakTe 2 experieNce

Free ✘ apr-ocT: Tue-Fri 10am-5pm / suN 11am-5pm Nov-mar: Tue-Fri 10am-4pm / suN 11am-4pm

1 jaN, 24 + 30 apr, 12 juNe, 25, 26 + 31 dec

car / FasT Ferry (via hoek vaN hollaNd)

het foRtsTaTioNsWeg 82, hoek vaN hollaNdT (0174) 382 898

coasTal deFeNce ForT

€5.50€3.50 (4-12)

✘ FirsT WeekeNd oF The moNTh aNd byappoiNTmeNT

1 jaN, 24, 30 apr, 4, 5 may, 2, 12 juN, 25, 26 dec, 31 dec

car / TraiN hoek vaN hollaNd sTraNd (+ 5 miN Walk)

het keRinGhuis / MaeslantkeRinGNieuWe oraNjekaNaal 139, hoek vaN hollaNd / T (0174) 511 222

sTorm surge barrier visiTors’ ceNTre

Free ✘ moN-Fri 10am-4pm / saT, suN + holidays 11am-5pm

1 jaN, 25 + 31 dec

car / TraiN hoek vaN hollaNd haveN + bicycle or Taxi

kindeRdijk - Rebus vaRende eveneMentendeparTure From boompjeskade 28T (010) 218 31 31

excursioN To World heriTage siTe

€14€11.50 (4-12)

€11.50€8.50 (4-12)

2 apr-9 ocT: Tue-suN 10:45am + 2:15pm 10 ocT-1 apr Tram 8, 23, 25 (leuvehaveN sTop) / meTro leuvehaveN

theRMen holidaybeaTrixlaaN 10, schiedamT 0900 93 55

sauNas aNd massages

eNTree sauNa’s€29.50 (Whole day)€19.95 (halF a day)

€22.10 (Whole day) moN-suN 9am-11.30pm / 31 dec uNTil 6pm 1 jaN Tram 21, 23 (priNses beaTrixlaaN sTop)

Tip: ask abouT possible discouNTs WheN you arrive aT The aTTracTioN (group, 65+, museum card, roTTerdampas, eTc.)

The locaTioNs are opeN all year rouNd uNless sTaTed oTherWise.

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No Name + address + Tel descripTioN priceprice roTTerdam Welcome card opeN closed accessibiliTy

d 19 GRote oR st. lauRenskeRkgroTekerkpleiN 15T (010) 413 14 94

hisTorylaureNskerk

€6Free (12 & uNder)

€3Free (12 & uNder)

Tue-saT 11am-17pm WiTh eveNTs, 1 jaN, 30 apr, 2 juN, 25 dec

Tram 21 (blaak sTop) / meTro blaak

4 MuseuM RotteRdaM het schielandshuiskorTe hoogsTraaT 31T (010) 217 67 67

roTTerdam TheN aNd NoW

€5Free (17 & uNder)

€2.50Free (17 & uNder)

Tue-suN 11am-5pm 1 jaN, 30 apr, 25 dec

Tram 8, 21, 23, 25 (beurs sTop) / meTro beurs

ondeRwijsMuseuM NieuWemarkT 1a T (010) 217 03 70

museum abouT Former educaTioN

€5 Free (12 & uNder)

✘ Tue-saT 10am-17pm / suN 11am-5pm 1 jaN, 30 apr, 25 dec

Tram 21 (blaak sTop) / meTro blaak

e 7 het havenMuseuMleuvehaveN 50T (010) 404 80 72

hisTory oF The porT oF roTTerdam

Free ✘ Tue-Fri 10am-5pm / saT + suN 11am-5pm 1 jaN, 30 apr, 25 dec

Tram 8, 23, 25 (leuvehaveN sTop) / meTro beurs

MaRinieRsMuseuMWijNhaveN 7-13T (010) 412 96 00

hisTory oF The mariNe corps

€4€2 (4-12)

€2€1 (4-12)

Tue-Fri 10am-17pm / saT + suN 11am-5pm 1 jaN, 24 + 30 apr, 5 may, 2 + 12 juN, 25 dec

Tram 21 (blaak sTop) / meTro blaak

6 MaRitieM MuseuMleuvehaveN 1T (010) 413 26 80

mariTime hisTory €7.50€4 (4-16)

€6€3 (4-16)

Tue-saT 10am-5pm / suN 11am-5pm 1 jaN, 30 apr, 25 dec

Tram 8, 23, 25 (churchillpleiN sTop) / meTro beurs

F 5 lp ll WilhelmiNakade 326T (010) 203 04 44

space For urbaN culTure

depeNdiNg oN program

✘ depeNdiNg oN program depeNdiNg oN program

Tram 20, 23 ,25 (WilhemiNapleiN sTop) meTro WilhelmiNapleiN

7 nedeRlands fotoMuseuMWilhelmiNakade 332T (010) 203 04 05

phoTography ceNTre

€7Free (12 & uNder)

€3.50Free (12 & uNder)

Tue-Fri 10am-5pm / saT + suN 11am-5pm 1 jaN, 30 apr, 25 dec

Tram 20, 23, 25 (WilhelmiNapleiN sTop) / meTro WilhelmiNapleiN

8 villa zebRasTielTjessTraaT 21T (010) 241 17 17

childreN’s arT lab €6.50 €4.50 Tue-suN 11am-5pm 1 jaN, 30 apr, 25 dec

Tram 20, 23, 25 (WilhelmiNapleiN sTop) / meTro WilhelmiNapleiN

g 3 woRld MuseuM Willemskade 25T (010) 270 71 72

arT aNd arTeFacTs From all over The World

Free (permaNeNT), €12 (Themes) Free (12 & uNder)

✘ Tue-suN 10am–10-pm (permaNeNT collecTioN Till 5pm)

1 jaN, 30 apr, 25 dec

Tram 7 (WesTpleiN sTop) / Tram 23, 25, 8 (leuvehaveN sTop) / meTro leuvehaveN

h centRuM beeldende kunstNieuWe biNNeNWeg 75T (010) 209 21 42

arT leNdiNg library aNd expo hall

Free ✘ Tue-suN 12am-5pm 1 jaN, 25 dec Tram 4 (bloemkWekerssTraaT sTop) / meTro eeNdrachTspleiN

4 chabot MuseuMmuseumpark 11T (010) 436 37 13

expressioNisT arT €6.50Free (12 & uNder)

€4.50Free (12 & uNder)

Tue-Fri 11am-4:30pm / saT 11am-5pm / suN 12-5pm

1 jaN, 30 apr, 13 may, 25 + 26 dec

Tram 7 (museumpark sTop) / meTro eeNdrachTspleiN

1 kunsthal RotteRdaMWesTzeedijk 341T (010) 440 03 00

From eliTisT To popular

€10Free (5 & uNder)

€7.50 Tue-saT 10am-5pm / suN 11am-5pm 1 jaN, 25 dec Tram 8 (kieviTslaaN sTop) / Tram 20 (vasTelaNd sTop) / meTro eeNdrachTs-pleiN or leuvehaveN

18 nai / huis sonneveldmuseumpark 25T (010) 440 12 00

archiTecTural iNsTi-TuTe aNd museum

€8Free (18 & uNder)

Free(huis soN-Neveld)

Tue-saT 10am-5pm / suN 11am-5pm 1 jaN, 30 apr, 25 dec / Nai uNTil 1 juNe 2011

Tram 4, 7 (eeNdrachTspleiN sTop) / meTro eeNdrachTspleiN

Tip: ask abouT possible discouNTs WheN you arrive aT The aTTracTioN (group, 65+, museum card, roTTerdampas, eTc.).

The locaTioNs are opeN all year rouNd uNless sTaTed oTherWise.

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lUncHroomS

No Name + address + Tel descripTioN priceprice roTTerdam Welcome card opeN closed accessibiliTy

h 3 MuseuM boijMans van beuninGenmuseumpark 18-20T (010) 441 94 00/75

aNcieNT & moderN arT aNd desigN

€10 / Wed FreeFree (18 & uNder)

€ 7.50Free (18 & uNder)

Tue-suN 11am-5pm 1 jaN, 30 apr, 25 dec

Tram 7, 20 (museumpark sTop) / meTro eeNdrachTspleiN

2 natuuRhistoRisch MuseuM RotteRdaM WesTzeedijk 345T (010) 436 42 22

NaTure aNd NaTural hisTory

€5€2.50 (5-15)

€2.50€1.25 (5-15)

Tue-saT 10am-5pm / suN 11am-5pm 1 jaN, 30 apr, 25 dec

Tram 8, 20 (vasTelaNd sTop) / meTro eeNdrachTspleiN oF leuvehaveN

7 tent. centRuM beeldende kunstWiTTe de WiThsTraaT 50T (010) 413 54 98

moderN arT €4Free (12 & uNder)

€ 3 Free (12 & uNder)

Tue-suN 11am-6pm 1 jaN, 25 dec Tram 4 (eeNdrachTspleiN sTop) / Tram 7 (museumpark sTop) / meTro eeNdrachTspleiN

8 witte de with WiTTe de WiThsTraaT 50T (010) 411 01 44

moderN arT €5Free (12 & uNder)

€ 2.5Free (12 & uNder)

Tue-suN 11am-6pm 1 jaN, 30 apr, 25 dec

Tram 4 (eeNdrachTspleiN sTop) / Tram 7 (museumpark sTop) /meTro eeNdrachTspleiN

i ooRloGsveRzetMuseuM RotteRdaMcoolhaveN 375 T (010) 484 89 31

War resisTaNce museum

€3€1.50 (5-12)

€2.25€1.10 (5-12)

Tue-Fri 10am-5pm / suN + holidays 12am-5pm 1 jaN, 30 apr, 25 dec

meTro coolhaveN

j 2 MuseuM RotteRdaM dubbelde palMbooMvoorhaveN 12T (010) 476 15 33

roTTerdam TheN aNd NoW

€5Free (17 & uNder)

€2.50Free (17 & uNder)

Tue-suN 11am-5pm 1 jaN, 30 apr, 25 dec

Tram 8 (spaNjaardsTraaT sTop) / meTro delFshaveN

k 7 het GeMaalpreTorialaaN 141T (010) 290 76 05

exposiTioNs Focused oN roTTerdam zuid

Free ✘ Wed-suN 11am-5pm 1 jaN, 25 dec meTro maashaveN

l het jeneveRMuseuMlaNge haveN 74-76, schiedamT (010) 246 96 76

all abouT giN aNd jeNever

€4.80€4.20 (13-17)

✘ Tue-Fri 12-5pm / saT + suN 1-6pm 1 jaN, 30 apr, 25 dec

Tram 21, 23 (koemarkT sTop)

MuseuMMolen de nieuwe palMbooM NoordvesT 34, schiedamT (010) 426 76 75

hisTory aNd real-liFe demoNsTraTioNs

€3.50€2.50 (18 & uNder)

✘ Tue-saT 11am-5pm / suN + holidays12:30am-5pm

1 jaN, 30 apr, 5 may, 25 eN 26 dec

Tram 1 (parkWeg sTop) / meTro parkWeg

stedelijk MuseuM schiedaMhoogsTraaT 112-114, schiedamT (010) 246 36 66

duTch arT posT-1945 €7.50€3.75 (4-12)

✘ Tue-suN 10am-5pm 1 jaN, 25 dec Tram 21, 23 (broersvesT or koemarkT sTop)

practical information

Tip: ask abouT possible discouNTs WheN you arrive (group, 65+, museum card, roTTerdampas, eTc.) some museums are opeN For loNger or oN addiTioNal days duriNg school holidays.

The locaTioNs are opeN all year rouNd uNless sTaTed oTherWise.

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No Name + address + Tel cuisiNe accessibiliTy

a lebkov & sonssTaTioNspleiN 50 T (010) 240 06 17

saNdWich specialisT ceNTral sTaTioN (1 miN Walk)

d 20 patisseRie dudokWesTeWageNsTraaT 52T (010) 433 31 02

cake / coFFee / bread Tram 20,21, 23 (sTadhuis sTop) meTro sTadhuis

29 picknickmariNiersWeg 259T (010) 280 72 97

orgaNic Tram 21 (blaak sTop) / meTro blaak

No Name + address + Tel cuisiNe accessibiliTy

26 uRban espRessobaRboTerslooT 44aT (010) 213 07 68

saNdWiches / cake Tram 21 (blaak sTop) / meTro blaak

e lunchRooM ManhattansTielTjessTraaT 40T (010) 215 26 23

saNdWiches Tram 20, 23, 25 (Wilhelmi-NapleiN sTop) / meTro Wilhelmi-NapleiN

F lof deR zoetheidNoordpleiN 1T (010) 265 00 70

sWeeT sTuFF Tram 7, 8 (Noorderbrug sTop)

116 117

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No Name + address + Tel cuisiNe accessibiliTy

a 5 a pRoposito tRattoRia WeeNa 505T (010) 213 23 34

iTaliaN ceNTral sTaTioN (1 miN Walk)

4 enGels GRandcafé RestauRant / don Quijote sTaTioNspleiN 45 / T (010) 411 95 50

FreNch / Tapas ceNTral sTaTioN (1 miN Walk)

8 vis (the Manhattan hotel)WeeNa 686T (010) 413 10 01

seaFood ceNTral sTaTioN (1 miN Walk)

b 8 de lanGe MuuRWesT-kruiskade 1 T (010) 280 05 18

chiNese / caNToNese ceNTral sTaTioN (5 miN Walk) Tram 4, 7, 8, 20, 21, 23, 25 (kruispleiN sTop)

5 happy sushikruispleiN 42T (010) 433 47 30

japaNese ceNTral sTaTioN (5 miN Walk) Tram 4, 7, 8, 20, 21, 23, 25 (kruispleiN sTop)

9 kieM foeiWesT kruiskade 29aT (010) 413 99 83

suriNamese / iNdoNe-siaN / aNTilleaN

ceNTral sTaTioN (5 miN Walk) Tram 4, 7, 8, 20, 21, 23, 25 (kruispleiN sTop)

7 suMoWesTersiNgel 1aT (010) 241 05 50

japaNese ceNTral sTaTioN (5 miN Walk) Tram 4, 7, 8, 20, 21, 23, 25 (kruispleiN sTop)

6 tai wu mauriTsWeg 24-26T (010) 433 08 18

chiNese / caNToNese ceNTral sTaTioN (5 miN Walk)Tram 4, 7, 8, 20, 21, 23, 25 (kruispleiN sTop)

10 white elephantWesT kruiskade 73 bT (010) 411 18 84

mediTerraNeaN Tram 21, 23 (TieNdpleiN sTop)

c 2 de unie mauriTsWeg 35T (010) 411 11 11

europeaN ceNTral sTaTioN (5 miN Walk) / Tram 4, 7, 8, 20, 25 (kruispleiN sTop)

19 flooRschouWburgpleiN 28T (010) 404 52 88

europeaN ceNTral sTaTioN (10 miN Walk) Tram 4, 7, 8, 20, 21, 23, 25 (kruispleiN sTop)

17 luciano sicilia in boccacoolsiNgel 123 T (010) 414 41 45

iTaliaN Tram 21, 23 (beurs sTop) / meTro beurs

20 ManGiaRe vaN oldeNbarNevelTsTraaT 150 T (010) 414 08 78

iTaliaN ceNTral sTaTioN (10 miN Walk) Tram 4, 7, 8, 20, 21, 23, 25 (kruispleiN sTop)

18 satébaR karel doormaNsTraaT 332 T (010) 213 45 43

iNdoNesiaN ceNTral sTaTioN (10 miN Walk) Tram 4, 7, 8, 20, 21, 23, 25 (kruispleiN sTop)

No Name + address + Tel cuisiNe accessibiliTy

30 the lounGe (hilton RotteRdaM) WeeNa 10T (010) 710 80 00

iNTerNaTioNal ceNTral sTaTioN (5 miN Walk) / Tram 4, 7, 8, 21, 23 (WeeNa sTop)

zinlijNbaaN 40-42T (010) 281 09 10

iNTerNaTioNal Tram 4, 7, 8, 21, 23, 25 (WeeNa sTop) / meTro sTadhuis

d 21 aMaRonemeeNT 72aT (010) 414 84 87

FreNch(1 sTar)

Tram 7, 8 (meeNT sTop)

17 wijnbaR janssen & van dijkWesTeWageNsTraaT 58 T (010) 413 11 44

FreNch / iNTerNaTioNal Tram 20, 21, 23 (sTadhuis sTop) meTro sTadhuis

18 dudokmeeNT 88T (010) 233 09 55

FreNch / iNTerNaTioNal Tram 20, 21, 23 (sTadhuis sTop) meTro sTadhuis

24 huMphRey’s biNNeNroTTe 101-103T (010) 751 34 91

FreNch / iNTerNaTioNal Tram 21 (blaak sTop) / meTro blaak

27 levelpaNNekoeksTraaT 76aT (010) 280 07 88

iNTerNaTioNal Tram 21 (blaak sTop) / meTro blaak

25 little viegroTekerkpleiN 109T (010) 413 11 91

vieTNamese Tram 21 (blaak sTop) / meTro blaak

28 MiMosapaNNekoeksTraaT 77-79T (010) 414 10 45

FreNch Tram 21 (blaak sTop) / meTro blaak

tabeRna dushipaNNekoeksTraaT 40aT (010) 411 30 35

caribbeaN / mediTer-raNeaN

Tram 7, 8 (meeNT sTop) / meTro blaak

e 16 aan het wateR (intell RotteRdaM centRe)leuvehaveN 80T (010) 413 41 39

iNTerNaTioNal Tram 8, 23, 25 (leuvehaveN sTop) / meTro leuvehaveN

14 café viemaasboulevard 300010 - 280 02 38

americaN Tram 21 (blaak sTop) / meTro blaak

13 kaat MosseladmiraliTeiTskade 85T (010) 404 86 00

FreNch / duTch Tram 7, 21 (oosTpleiN sTop) / meTro oosTpleiN

9 kleine ondeuGdoosTzeedijk 348T (010) 213 07 18

Thai Tram 7, 21 (oosTpleiN sTop) / meTro oosTpleiN

11 Mooii oosT-WijNsTraaT 8-16T (010) 411 22 95

FreNch / duTch Tram 21 (blaak sTop) / meTro blaak

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e 12 popocatepetlspaaNse poorT 71T (010) 412 03 64

mexicaN Tram 21 (blaak sTop) / meTro blaak

F 9 alluRe cargadoorskade 107T (010) 486 65 29

FreNch Tram 20, 23, 25 (WilhelmiNa-pleiN sTop) / meTro WilhelmiNa-pleiN / WaTerTaxi

10 café RotteRdaMWilhelmiNakade 699T (010) 290 84 42

europeaN Tram 20, 23, 25 (WilhelmiNa-pleiN sTop) / meTro WilhelmiNa-pleiN

17 club RooM (de RotteRdaM) 3e kaTeNdrechTse hooFd 25T (010) 297 30 97

FreNch / iNTerNaTioNal meTro rijNhaveN, TheN bus 77 kaTeNdrechT / WaTerTaxi (kaTeNdrechTsehooFd)

13 de jonGe de jonGdelisTraaT 52 T (010) 215 27 64

FreNch / duTch meTro rijNhaveN (10 miN Walk) WaTerTaxi (provimi sTop)

15 hotel new yoRkkoNiNgiNNehooFd 1T (010) 439 05 00

FreNch Tram 20, 23, 25 (WilhelmiNa-pleiN sTop) / meTro WilhelmiNa-pleiN

huMphRey’s oTTo reuchliNWeg 1004T (010) 484 45 44

iNTerNaTioNal Tram 20, 23, 25 (WilhelmiNa-pleiN sTop) / meTro WilhelmiNa-pleiN

11 las palMasWilhelmiNakade 330 T (010) 234 51 22

seaFood Tram 20, 23, 25 (WilhelmiNa-pleiN sTop) / meTro WilhelmiNa-pleiN

17 lido (de RotteRdaM) 3e kaTeNdrechTse hooFd 25 T (010) 297 30 90

FreNch / iNTerNaTioNal meTro rijNhaveN, TheN bus 77 WaTerTaxi (kaTeNdrechTsehooFd)

12 obbahillelaaN 2T (010) 215 01 92

oTTomaN meTro rijNhaveN

g 18 bRasseRie euRoMastparkhaveN 20T (010) 436 48 11

iNTerNaTioNal Tram 8 (euromasT sTop) / meTro dijkzigT

7 kaRakteRvaN volleNhoveNsTraaT 15 T (06) 282 265 00

orgaNic Tram 8, 20 (vasTelaNd sTop) Tram 7 (WesTpleiN sTop) / meTro leuvehaveN

8 kip vaN volleNhoveNsTraaT 25 T (010) 436 99 23

FreNch / mediTer-raNeaN

Tram 8, 20 (vasTelaNd sTop) Tram 7 (WesTpleiN sTop) / meTro leuvehaveN

9 loosWesTpleiN 1T (010) 411 77 23

FreNch Tram 7 (WesTpleiN sTop) / WaTerTaxi (veerhaveN)

No Name + address + Tel cuisiNe accessibiliTy

g 11 paRkheuvelheuvellaaN 21T (010) 436 05 30

FreNch(2 sTars)

Tram 8 (euromasT sTop)

6 sMaakvaN volleNhoveNsTraaT 15T (010) 436 22 94

FreNch Tram 8, 20 (vasTelaNd sTop) Tram 7 (WesTpleiN) / meTro leuvehaveN

13 spiesenboot parkhaveN 9T (010) 241 77 25

mediTerraNeaN Tram 8 (euromasT sTop) / meTro dijkzigT

12 the haRbouR club kieviTslaaN 25 T (010) 436 88 88

iNTerNaTioNal / seaFood

Tram 8 (kieviTslaaN sTop)

3 weReldMuseuM RestauRantWillemskade 25T (010) 270 71 50

moderN mediTer-raNeaN

Tram 7 (WesTpleiN sTop) / Tram 23, 25, 8 (leuvehaveN sTop) / meTro leuvehaveN

10 zenne Willemskade 27T (010) 404 96 96

Turkish Tram 8, 20 (vasTelaNd sTop) / Tram 7 (WesTpleiN sTop) / meTro leuvehaveN

h 29 70, RestauRant (bildeRbeRG paRkhotel) WesTersiNgel 70 T (010) 436 36 11

FreNch / mediTer-raNeaN

Tram 4, 7, 20 (eeNdrachTspleiN sTop) / meTro eeNdrachTspleiN

16 bazaRWiTTe de WiThsTraaT 16T (010) 206 51 51

NorTh aFricaN Tram 7, 20 (museumpark sTop) / Tram 8, 23, 25 (beurs sTop) / meTro beurs

20 de eendRachteeNdrachTsWeg 31aT (06)148 654 78

europeaN Tram 4, 7, 20 (eeNdrachTspleiN sTop) / meTro eeNdrachTspleiN

24 lux‘s-graveNdijkWal 133-135 T (010) 476 22 06

iTaliaN Tram 4 (’s graveNdijkWal sTop) meTro dijkzigT

soit ’s graveNdijkWal 136bT (010) 436 31 14

FreNch Tram 4 (’s graveNdijkWal sTop) meTro dijkzigT

19 toko 94 WiTTe de WiThsTraaT 94bT (010) 240 04 79

caribbeaN / FusioN Tram 7, 20 (museumpark sTop) / meTro eeNdrachTspleiN

i 3 de MachinistWillem buyTeWechsTraaT 45 T (010) 477 57 00

iNTerNaTioNal Tram 8 (pieTer de hooghWeg sTop) / meTro coolhaveN

5 ivylloydsTraaT 294T (010) 425 05 20

FusioN / molecular(1 sTar)

Tram 8 (pieTer de hooghWeg sTop) / meTro coolhaveN

9 stRooMlloydsTraaT 1T (010) 221 40 60

iNTerNaTioNal Tram 8 (pieTer de hooghWeg sTop) / meTro coolhaveN

120 121

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F 6 lantaRen vensteRoTTo reuchliNWeg 996T (010) 277 22 77

jazz sTage Tram 20, 23, 25 (Wilhelmi-NapleiN sTop) / meTro Wilhelmi-NapleiN

3 nieuwe luxoR theateR posThumalaaN 1T (010) 484 33 33

From musical To opera

Tram 20, 23, 25 (Wilhelmi-NapleiN sTop) / meTro Wilhelmi-NapleiN

4 theateR walhallasumaTraWeg 9-11T (010) 215 21 34

iNTimaTe TheaTre aNd music

meTro rijhaveN (10 miN Walk) / WaTerTaxi (provimi)

g 3 het theateR Willemskade 25T (010) 270 71 72

parT oF The World museum

Tram 7 (WesTpleiN sTop) / meTro leuvehaveN

theateR op het wateR (de aMeland) parkhaveN across From euromasTT 0900 235 33 37 (€ 0.20 p/m)

diNNer shoWs Tram 8 (euromasT sTop) / WaTerTaxi euromasT

h aRMiniusmuseumpark 3T (010) 436 38 00

veNue For arT, cul-Ture aNd debaTe

Tram 4, 7, 20 (eeNdrachTspleiN sTop) / meTro eeNdrachTspleiN

5 theateR bonheuReeNdrachTssTraaT 81 T (010) 404 67 16

liTerary TheaTre group

Tram 7, 20 (museumpark sTop) / meTro eeNdrachTspleiN

i 7 o.t. theateR sT. jobsWeg 3T (010) 478 02 81

iNdepeNdeNT TheaTre aNd opera

Tram 8 (pieTer de hoochWeg sTop) / meTro coolhaveN / WaTerTaxi (müllerpier)

j cabaRetRestauRant schellinGs voorhaveN 51T (010) 476 34 55

diNNer shoWs Tram 4, 8 (schiedamseWeg sTop) / meTro delFshaveN

pRinses theateR schiedamseWeg 19T (010) 425 50 50

diNNer shoWs Tram 4, 8 (schiedamseWeg sTop) / meTro delFshaveN

k hal 4.1WaTerToreNWeg 200

T (010) 212 17 19

diNNer shoWs Tram 21 (lage FilTerWeg sTop)

8 jeuGdtheateR hofpleinbeNThemsTraaT 13T (010) 243 50 55

youNg acTors perForm For all audieNces

Tram 4 (hoFpleiN sTop) / Tram 25 (schiekade sTop) / meTro hoFpleiN

9 podiuM o950oosTmaaslaaN 950T (010) 452 98 32

coNcerTs, Films aNd more

Tram 21 (WoudesTeiN sTop)

10 theateR zuidpleinzuidpleiN 60T (010) 20 30 203

culTural aNd mulTi-culTural TheaTre

meTro zuidpleiN

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j 9 bla blapieT heyNspleiN 35T (010) 477 44 48

vegeTariaN Tram 4, 8 (delFshaveN sTop) / meTro delFshaveN

6 stadsbRouweRij de pelGRiMaelbrechTskolk 12T (010) 477 11 89

FreNch Tram 4, 8 (delFshaveN sTop) / meTro delFshaveN

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k 15 deliclassics GastRonoMiezWaaNshals 275aT (010) 265 71 05

iNTerNaTioNal Tram 8 (zWaaNshals sTop)

6 de kuip eten & dRinken vaN zaNdvlieTpleiN 1T (010) 492 94 32

iNTerNaTioNal Tram 23 (sTadioN FeijeNoord sTop)

16 de tuin plaszoom 354T (010) 452 77 43

iNTerNaTioNal Tram 7 (voorschoTerlaaN sTop) / meTro voorscho-TerlaaN

19 euRopa (van deR valk hotel RotteRdaM-blijdoRp) eNergieWeg 2 / T (010) 298 87 77

iNTerNaTioNal bus 32 (abraham vaN sTolkWeg sTop) / bus 33, 40 (blijdorppleiN)

17 fRed hoNiNgerdijk 263-265 T (010) 212 01 10

FreNch(1 sTar)

Tram 21 (WoudesTeiN sTop)

Gonzales bbQ RestauRantcharloissehooFd 47T 0900 – 4393554

bbq / grill meTro maashaveN, TheN Tram 2 (pleiNWeg sTop)

No Name + address + Tel descripTioN accessibiliTy

c 4 de doelen schouWburgpleiN 50T (010) 217 17 17

classical music, World music aNd more

ceNTral sTaTioN (4 miN Walk) / meTro sTadhuis

3 old luxoR theatRe kruiskade 10T (010) 484 33 33

From cabareT To childreN’s TheaTre

Tram 20, 21, 23 (sTadhuispleiN sTop) / meTro sTadhuis

21 RotteRdaMse schouwbuRG schouWburgpleiN 25T (010) 411 81 10

duTch aNd iNTerNa-TioNal daNce aNd TheaTre

ceNTral sTaTioN (8 miN Walk) / meTro sTadhuis

e RadeRstooMboot de MajesteitmaasboulevardT (010) 414 67 44

diNNer shoWs Tram 21 (oosTpleiN sTop) / meTro oosTpleiN

122 123

cinEmaS & caSino

No Name + address + Tel descripTioN accessibiliTy

c 6 holland casino RotteRdaM WeeNa 624T (010) 206 82 06

casiNo ceNTral sTaTioN (2 miN Walk)

27 pathé schouwbuRGplein schouWburgpleiN 101T 0900-1458 (€ 0,55 p/m)

hollyWood block-busTers

ceNTral sTaTioN (5 miN Walk) / meTro sTadhuis (6 miN Walk)

F 6 lantaRen vensteRoTTo reuchliNWeg 996T (010) 277 22 77

arThouse ciNema Tram 20, 23, 25 (Wilhelmi-NapleiN sTop) / meTro Wilhelmi-NapleiN

h cineRaMaWesTblaak 18(010) 411 53 00

qualiTy ciNema meTro beurs or eeNdrachTs-pleiN

k 18 pathé de kuip cor kieboompleiN 501T 0900-1458 (€ 0,55 p/m)

hollyWood block-busTers

Tram 23 (sTadioN FeijeNoord sTop)

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c sijfoude biNNeNWeg 115T (010) 433 26 10

FreNch / duTch Tram 4, 7, 20 (eeNdrachTspleiN sTop) / meTro eeNdrachTspleiN

22 Melief bendeR oude biNNeNWeg 134 bT (010) 414 54 56

duTch Tram 4, 7, 20 (eeNdrachTspleiN sTop) / meTro eeNdrachTspleiN

h 21 boudewijnNieuWe biNNeNWeg 53a-bT (010) 436 35 62

belgium Tram 4 (bloemkWekersTraaT sTop) / meTro eeNdrachTspleiN

27 dizzy ‘s graveNdijkWal 127T (010) 477 30 14

duTch Tram 4 (’s graveNdijkWal sTop) meTro dijkzigT

stallesNieuWe biNNeNWeg 11aT (010) 436 16 55

iNTerNaTioNal Tram 4, 7, 20 (eeNdrachTspleiN sTop) / meTro eeNdrachTspleiN

23 westeR paviljoenNieuWe biNNeNWeg 136T (010) 436 26 45

iNTerNaTioNal Tram 4 (maTheNesserlaaN sTop) / meTro dijkzigT

i 4 cafe veRhipsT. jobsWeg 21T (010) 476 68 69

FreNch / duTch Tram 8 (pieTer de hooghWeg sTop) / meTro coolhaveN

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a 6 holland casino ultRalounGe puRpleWeeNa 624T (010) 206 82 06

louNge club aT The casiNo

ceNTral sTaTioN (5 miN Walk)

7 hollywood Music halldelFTsesTraaT 15T (010) 411 49 58

huge discoTheque complex

ceNTral sTaTioN (5 miN Walk)

hotdelFTsesTraaT 21-23T (010) 404 99 51

daNce caFé iN aFricaN sTyle

ceNTral sTaTioN (5 miN Walk)

c 26 bootleG dj café mauriTsWeg 33T 06 213 941 34

elecTroNic music caFé

ceNTral sTaTioN (10 miN Walk) Tram 4, 7, 8, 20, 21, 23, 25 (kruispleiN sTop)

23 catwalkWeeNa-zuid 33T (010) 413 65 46

TechNo, house & Tech-house music

ceNTral sTaTioN (5 miN Walk)

2 de uniemauriTsWeg 35 T (010) 433 58 33

various ceNTral sTaTioN (10 miN Walk) Tram 4, 7, 8, 20, 21, 23, 25 (kruispleiN sTop)

28 exitmauriTssTraaT 173T (010) 213 58 36

alTerNaTive pop veNue

Tram 4, 7, 20 (eeNdrachTspleiN sTop) / meTro eeNdrachTspleiN

24 off_coRso kruiskade 22T (010) 411 38 97

creaTive plaTForm club

ceNTral sTaTioN (10 miN Walk) Tram 21, 23 (sTadhuis sTop) / meTro sTadhuis

the thalia lounGekruiskade 31T (010) 214 25 47

louNge club ceNTral sTaTioN (10 miN Walk) Tram 21, 23 (sTadhuis sTop) / meTro sTadhuis

the vip RooMsTadhuispleiN 29T (06) 558 087 44

louNge club Tram 21, 23 (sTadhuispleiN sTop) / meTro sTadhuis

d boudoiRmeeNT 65T (010) 240 05 56

louNge club Tram 7, 8 (halTe meeNT)

cinéMarodezaNd 36T (010) 282 72 09

louNge club Tram 8, 21, 23 (sTadhuis sTop) / meTro sTadhuis

sohopaNNekoeksTraaT 53aT (06) 419 764 07

cockTail bar Tram 21 (blaak sTop) / meTro blaak

soRbonne rodezaNd 46T (010) 282 91 48

daNce caFé Tram 8, 21, 23 (sTadhuis sTop) meTro sTadhuis

124 125

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e 14 club vie maasboulevard 300T (010) 280 02 38

glamorous club Tram 21 (blaak sTop) / meTro blaak

elitWijNhaveN 3aT (010) 213 17 66

cockTail bar Tram 21 (blaak sTop) / meTro blaak

15 plan cslepersvesT 1T (010) 412 43 52

daNce caFé & live music

Tram 21 (blaak sTop) / meTro blaak

F 14 Maassilo / factoRy 010maashaveN zuidzijde 1–2T (010) 476 24 52

daNce eveNTs, small aNd large-scale

meTro maashaveN

h 25 club vibesWesTersiNgel 50aT (010) 436 16 55

small, popular club Tram 4, 7, 20 (eeNdrachTspleiN sTop) / meTro eeNdrachTspleiN

27 dizzy‘s graveNdijkWal 127T (010) 477 30 14

jazz caFé aNd live music

Tram ’s graveNdijkWal / meTro dijkzigT

Gay palace schiedamsesiNgel 139T (010) 414 14 86

gay club Tram 4, 7, 8 (eeNdrachTspleiN sTop) / meTro eeNdrachTspleiN

22 le vaGebondNieuWe biNNeNWeg 99T (010) 436 52 93

music caFé Tram 4, 7, 20 (halTe gouverNesTraaT) / meTro eeNdrachTspleiN

26 RotownNieuWe biNNeNWeg 17-19T (010) 436 26 69

alTerNaTive music veNue

Tram 4, 7, 20 (eeNdrachTspleiN sTop) / meTro eeNdrachTspleiN

6 woRMWiTTe de WiThsTraaT 63achTerhaveN 148 uNTil mid 2011

experimeNTal music aNd souNd arTs

Tram 7, 20 (museumpark sTop) meTro eeNdrachTspleiN

i 8 c5 jazzschiehaveN 11T (010) 476 02 12

jazz cellar aNd club Tram 8 (oosTkousdijk sTop)

6 wMdcpieTer de hoochWeg 125T (010) 244 45 00

live World music Tram 8 (pieTer de hoochWeg sTop) / meTro coolhaveN

k baRoeGspiNozaWeg 300T (010) 432 57 35

loud aNd uNder-grouNd

Tram 2, 20 (moleNvlieT sTop)

outland priNs alexaNderlaaN 37T (010) 258 09 99

mega club meTro alexaNder / roTTerdam alexaNder TraiN sTaTioN

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a 9 ★★★★ best westeRn cRown hotelschiekade 658T (010) 466 33 44

✔ ✘ ceNTral sTaTioN (5 miN Walk) / Tram 25 (schiekade sTop)

★★ hotel bienvenue spoorsiNgel 24bT (010) 466 93 94

✘ ✔ ceNTral sTaTioN (5 miN Walk)

8 ★★★★★ the Manhattan hotelWeeNa 686T (010) 430 20 00

✔ ✘ ceNTral sTaTioN (2 miN Walk)

b ★★★ hotel Milano‘s graveNdijkWal 7bT (010) 477 45 29

✘ ✘ Tram 21, 23 (1sT middel-laNdsTraaT sTop)

11 ★★★★ hotel one WesTersiNgel 1aT (010) 436 30 80

✘ ✔ ceNTral sTaTioN (5 miN Walk) / Tram 4, 7, 8, 20, 21, 23 (kruis-pleiN sTop)

c ★★ GRand hotel centRal kruiskade 12T (010) 414 07 44

✘ ✔ Tram 21, 23 (sTadhuis sTop) / meTro sTadhuis

30 ★★★★ hilton RotteRdaMWeeNa 10T (010) 710 80 00

✔ ✘ ceNTral sTaTioN (5 miN Walk) / Tram 4, 7, 8, 21, 23 (WeeNa sTop)

29 ★★★★ nh atlanta hotel RotteRdaM aerT vaN NessTraaT 4T (010) 206 78 00

✔ ✘ Tram 21, 23, 25 (beurs sTop) / meTro beurs

d 30 ★★★★ eden savoy hotel RotteRdaMhoogsTraaT 81T (010) 413 92 80

✘ ✔ Tram 7, 21 (oosTpleiN sTop) / meTro oosTpleiN

e 16 ★★★★ inntel hotels RotteRdaM centReleuvehaveN 80T (010) 413 41 39

✔ ✔ Tram 8, 23, 25 (leuvehaveN sTop) / meTro leuvehaveN

17 ★★★ h2otelWijNhaveN 20 T (010) 444 56 90

✔ ✔ Tram 21 (blaak sTop) / meTro blaak

F 17 ★★★★ cRuise hotel (de RotteRdaM)3e kaTeNdrechTse hooFd 25 T (010) 297 30 90

✔ ✔ meTro rijNhaveN, TheN bus 77 (de roTTerdam sTop) / WaTerTaxi (kaTeNdrechTsehooFd)

15 ★★★★ hotel new yoRk koNiNgiNNehooFd 1T (010) 439 05 00

✔ ✘ Tram 20, 23, 25 (WilhelmiNapleiN sTop) / meTro WilhelmiNapleiN / WaTerTaxi (hoTel NeW york)

16 ★★★★ suitehotel pincoffs sTielTjessTraaT 34T (010) 297 45 00

✔ ✔ Tram 20, 23, 25 (WilhelmiNa-pleiN sTop) / meTro Wilhelmi-NapleiN

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j 10 ★★ hotel baan rochusseNsTraaT 345aT (010) 477 05 55

✘ ✔ Tram 4 (ruilsTraaT sTop) / meTro coolhaveN

twotel aelbrechTskolk 35bT (010) 478 27 91

✘ ✘ Tram 4, 8 (schiedamseWeg sTop) / meTro delFshaveN

k ★★★★ bastion deluxe teRbReGsepleinhooFdWeg 40T (010) 420 34 39

✔ ✔ meTro alexaNder / roTTerdam alexaNder TraiN sTaTioN

★★★★ best westeRn aRt hotelmijNshereNlaaN 9T (010) 279 41 11

✔ ✔ meTro maashaveN

★★★ caMpanile RotteRdaM-oostkoNiNgslaaN 2T (010) 220 20 44

✔ ✔ meTro alexaNder / bus 36 (duikersTraaT sTop)

21 ★★★★ novotel RotteRdaM bRainpaRk k.p. vaN der maNdelelaaN 150T (010) 253 25 32

✔ ✘ Tram 7 (erasmus uNiversiTy sTop) / meTro kraliNgse zoom

★★★★ ReGaRdz aiRpoRt hotel vliegveldWeg 59-61T (010) 462 55 66

✔ ✘ bus 12, 33 (vliegveldWeg sTop)

19 ★★★★ van deR valk hotel RotteRdaM-blijdoRp eNergieWeg 2 / T (010) 713 90 00

✔ ✘ bus 32 (abraham vaN sTolkWeg sTop) / bus 33, 40 (blijdorp-pleiN sTop)

l ★★★ bastion hotel baRendRechtv der WaalsWeg 27, bareNdrechTT (010) 479 22 04

✔ ✔ car (check WWW.rouTeNeT.Nl For direcTioNs)

★★★ bastion hotel bRielle amer 1, brielleT (018) 141 65 88

✔ ✔ car (check WWW.rouTeNeT.Nl For direcTioNs)

★★★ bastion hotel RhoondriemaNssTeeWeg 5, rhooN T (010) 410 10 00

✔ ✔ car (check WWW.rouTeNeT.Nl For direcTioNs)

★★★★ caRlton oasis hotelcurieWeg 1, spijkeNisseT (0181) 62 52 22

✔ ✘ meTro spijkeNisse ceNTrum, TheN bus 85, 87 (kelviNWeg sTop)

★★★★ delta hotelmaasboulevard 15, vlaardiNgeNT (010) 4345477

✔ ✔ vlaardiNgeN ceNTrum TraiN sTa-TioN, TheN bus 57 (WesTerhooFd sTop) / WaTerTaxi

★★★★ van deR valk hotel RiddeRkeRkkrommeWeg 1, ridderkerkT (0180) 64 69 00

✔ ✘ roTTerdam lombardijeN TraiN sTaTioN, TheN bus 92 (heT melk-huisje sTop)

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g 18 ★★★★ boutiQue hotel QuaRtieR du poRtvaN volleNhoveNsTraaT 48-50(010) 240 04 25

✔ ✘ Tram 7 (WesTpleiN sTop) / meTro leuvehaveN

euRoMast heaven and staRsparkhaveN 20T (010) 436 48 11

✔ ✔ Tram 8 (euromasT sTop) / meTro dijkzigT / WaTerTaxi (parkhaveN)

14 ★★★ MaRitiMe hotelWillemskade 13T (010) 411 92 60

✔ ✔ Tram 7 (WillemspleiN sTop) / Tram 8, 23, 25 (halTe leuveha-veN) / meTro leuvehaveN

15 ★★★ tulip innWillemspleiN 1T (010) 413 47 90

✔ ✘ Tram 7 (WillemspleiN sTop) /Tram 8, 23, 25 (leuvehaveN sTop) / meTro leuvehaveN

h 28 a sMall hotel WiTTe de WiThsTraaT 94cT (010) 414 03 03

✘ ✔ Tram 7, 20 (museumpark sTop) / meTro eeNdrachTspleiN

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Rotterdam ist eine junge, dynamische Welt-stadt am Wasser, in der immer etwas los ist. Die Stadt hat als eine der größten Hafenstäd-te der Welt einen internationalen Ruf. Das Wasser und der Hafen haben in Rotterdam immer eine wichtige Rolle gespielt. An den zahlreichen alten Binnenhäfen, den breiten Anlegestellen und monumentalen Lagerhäu-sern ist das deutlich zu erkennen. Obwohl Rotterdam bereits über 650 Jahre alt ist, gibt sich die Stadt jung. Es ist eine Metropole, die sich selbst in hohem Tempo immer wieder neue Standards setzt und mittlerweile zur modernsten Stadt der Niederlande ernannt wurde. Rotterdam birst vor Architektur, De-sign, Kunst und Kultur, bietet zudem jedoch auch ein vielseitiges Angebot an Geschäften, Sehenswürdigkeiten, Festivals, Restaurants und Parks. Rotterdam ist eine Stadt, die im-mer wieder aufs Neue entdeckt werden will.W

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CeNtRAAL DiStRiCtHier treffen Rotterdam und Europa sprichwörtlich aufeinander.

Der Centraal District ist das Tor zu Rotterdam, und der ideale Start-punkt, um die Stadt mit Straßenbahn, Bus, Metro oder dem Rad zu erobern. Und das Zentrum mit seinem quirligen Nightlife und viel Kultur liegt nur wenige Gehminuten entfernt. Hier treffen Rotter-dam und Europa sprichwörtlich aufeinander. Der Hochgeschwin-digkeitszug und RandstandRail verbinden die Stadt mit dem Rest des Landes, mit Rotterdam Airport und dem Hafen. Der Centraal District ist auch ein Wohn- und Arbeitsgebiet, in dem es nur so wim-melt vor Betriebsamkeit. Seit jeder schlägt hier das Business-Herz der Stadt. So haben sich z.B. im Weena-Gebäude viele internationale Unternehmen und multinationale Konzerne niedergelassen. Archi-tektonisch besonders reizvoll gestaltet prägt dieses Hochhaus das Gesicht der Innenstadt. Um den Hauptbahnhof herum tut sich der-zeit einiges. Hier entsteht u.a. ein dynamischer Terminal für den öffentlichen Verkehr, der über einen breiten Fußgängerboulevard mit der Innenstadt verbunden wird.

CHiNA tOWN Der multikurelle Schmelztiegel Rotterdams.

In Rotterdam gibt es auch ein so genanntes China Town. Es ver-dankt seinen Namen den vielen chinesischen Unternehmen, die sich im vorderen Bereich der Einkaufsstraße am Kruisplein nie-dergelassen haben. Hier gibt es jedoch weit mehr als nur chinesi-sche Restaurants, Supermärkte und Fachgeschäfte: Dieses Gebiet ist der multikurelle Schmelztiegel Rotterdams. Sie suchen exoti-sche Produkte? Hier werden Sie fündig. Die West-Kruiskade z.B. bietet multikulturelle Spezialgeschäfte und Gastronomie. Im ori-

entalischen Basar oder beim muslimischen Metzger gibt es alles, was anderswo nur schwer zu bekommen ist. Auf dem Westersin-gel, der China Town mit dem Museumkwartier verbindet, liegt der Skulpturenweg Beeldenroute Westersingel. Hier kommen Sie an mehreren Kunstwerken vorbei, die zur internationalen Skulp-turensammlung der Stadt gehören.

LiJNbAANKWARtieRDas Einkaufsherz Rotterdams.

Dieses Viertel ist das unumstrittene Einkaufsherz Rotterdams. Hier kann man täglich „shoppen”. Auf angenehm kompakter Fläche er-wartet Sie eine überwältigende und überaus abwechslungsreiche Auswahl an Geschäften, von Hema bis Hugo Boss. Doch aus ausge-hen können Sie im Lijnbaankwartier! Nette Restaurants und Knei-pen, Clubs und Theater wechseln einander ab. Und ob Sie nun lieber Dance mögen, Jazz, Klassik oder Modern, oder die aktuellen Charts bevorzugen: Hier spielt „Ihre“ Musik.

SHOPPING • Die Lijnbaan ist die bekannteste Einkaufsstraße Rot-terdams. Gleich nach Kriegsende begann Rotterdam mit dem Wie-deraufbau der Stadt: Licht, Luft und Raum war das Motto. 1954 war die Lijnbaan fertig, die erste Fußgängerzone Europas. Nur einen Steinwurf voneinander entfernt findet man hier sowie auf dem Be-ursplein und in der Beurstraverse die großen, allseits bekannten Ladenketten. Doch auch die stimmungsvollen umliegenden Straßen sind einen Besuch wert. So gibt es in der Van Oldenbarneveltstraat, Karel Doormanstraat, Kruiskade und Umgebung mehrere Geschäf-te, die hochwertige Kollektionen exklusiver ausländischer Marken führen. Auch im Oude Binnenweg mit seinen schönen, nostalgischen Gebäuden erwarten Sie elegante Läden. AUSGEHEN • Die Ausgehmöglichkeiten des Lijnbaankwartier sind ausgesprochen vielseitig. Hier finden Sie auch die großen Rotterda-

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mer Konzertsäle. Da wäre z.B. De Doelen, wo Klassik, Jazz und Welt-musik aufgeführt wird und das tonangebende Gergiev Festival statt-findet. Die Rotterdamse Schouwburg hat neben zeitgenössischem Theater auch Oper und Tanz auf dem Programm, u.a. von Rotterda-mer Gesellschaften wie RO Theater und Scapino Ballet. Leichtere Kost bieten die Cafés und Kneipen am Stadhuisplein. Hier geht jeden Abend die Post ab. Doch auch Club-Liebhaber kommen auf ihre Kos-ten, z.B. im Off_Corso oder im Catwalk.

LAUReNSKWARtieR Hier kann man herrlich schlendern.

Das Laurenskwartier gibt es schon so lange wie die Stadt selbst. Mehr als das: Es war die Stadt. Die Hoogstraat, wo bis 1920 das Rathaus stand, war einst das unumstrittene Herz Rotterdams. Auch der Gro-tekerkplein ist erhalten geblieben. Prägend für dieses Gebiet ist die Grote- of Laurenskerk (Große- oder Lorenzkirche), einer der letzten klassischen Orientierungspunkte im modernen Rotterdam. Sie wur-de bei der Bombardierung 1940 stark beschädigt; 1952 begann jedoch die Restaurierung. Seit 1968 erstrahlt die spätgotische Kathedrale im alten Glanz.

HERUMSCHLENDERN • Das Laurenskwartier liegt etwas ab-seits vom geschäftigen Lijnbaankwartier. Hier kann man herrlich schlendern. Im Grunde ist das Laurenskwartier eine Sammlung einzelner Einkaufsgebiete, von denen jedes seine „Schmuckstücke“ zu bieten hat. Auf dem Beursplein und in der Hoogstraat erwarten Sie die großen, bekannten Geschäftsketten. Besonders beliebt ist das Viertel jedoch wegen der aparten Läden und Boutiquen in den umliegenden Straßen, wie die Korte Hoogstraat und Oppert. Auch auf dem großen Markt in der Binnenrotte kann man herrlich her-umstreunen. Dienstags und samstags herrscht hier bei den ca. 450 Ständen rege Geschäftigkeit.

MODERN • Das Gebiet um den Nieuwe Markt und die Pannekoek-straat ist ein Dorf für sich. In diesem charakteristischen Stückchen Rotterdam gibt es viele nette Shops, trendy Cocktailbars, Cafés und Lunchrooms. Für die Liebhaber witziger Mode- und Einrichtungs-läden ist dies ein Hotspot! Die Straße Meent (die Sie von der Panne- koekenstraat zum Coolsingel führt) besticht mit ihrem jungen, leben-digen Flair ist immer in Bewegung. Hier gibt’s den optimalen Mix aus eleganten Boutiquen und hippen Shops mit urbanen Trends. Auch in puncto Gastronomie ist hier für jeden etwas dabei.

WAteRFRONt & NOORDeReiLANDErleben Sie die maritimen Wurzeln der Stadt.

Rotterdam ist eine Hafenstadt. Dank der Maas und dem Nieuwe Wa-terweg gilt Rotterdam immer noch als einer der wichtigsten Häfen der Welt. Doch auch im Zentrum spielt das Wasser eine große Rolle. Das Gebiet Waterfront ist für seine Binnenhäfen bekannt, die Namen wie Haringvliet, Wijnhaven und Leuvehaven tragen. Der Leuvehaven - mit dem Maritim- und dem Hafenmuseum und seinen denkmalge-schützten Kränen und Industriedenkmalen - kann als eine Referenz an die maritimen Wurzeln der Stadt bezeichnet werden.

OUDE HAVEN • Zum Waterfront-Gebiet gehört auch der Oude Ha-ven. Seit über 25 Jahren kann man es sich hier in Straßencafés mit Aussicht auf die vielen historischen Schiffe gut gehen lassen. Ne-ben netten Lokalen hat der Oude Haven zwei architektonische Hö-hepunkte zu bieten: das Witte Huis und die Kubuswohnungen. Das zehnstöckige Witte Huis (Weiße Haus) des Architekten Molenbroek galt einst als der erste Wolkenkratzer Europas. Und die ungewöhnli-chen, würfel- bzw. kubusförmigen Pfahlhäuser des Architekten Piet Blom gehören zu den prägnantesten Aushängeschildern der Stadt. Sie sind zwar bewohnt, doch man kann sie auch besichtigen.

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NOORDEREILAND • Schon seit 1615 säumt eine Promenade mit dem klingenden Namen Boompjeskade die Maas. Ihren Namen ver-dankt sie dem üppigen Grün und der doppelten Lindenreihe, die einst das Ufer schmückte. Von hier aus hat man einen wunderbaren Ausblick auf das Noordereiland, das über die Brücken Willemsbrug und Koninginnebrug mit der übrigen Stadt verbunden ist. Seit 2005 steht das Noordereiland unter Ensembleschutz. Diesen Status ver-dankt die Insel dem Bauwerk, das nach Meinung vieler Rotterdamer das schönste der Stadt ist: „De Hef“, eine alte Eisenbahnbrücke. Sie erinnert an die Stelle, an der einst die Züge das Zentrum Rotter-dams verließen.

KOP VAN ZUiD & KAteNDReCHtModern mit einer reichen Geschichte.

Kop van Zuid und Katendrecht, zwei Viertel mit bewegter Vergangen-heit, sind schöne Beispiele für Rotterdamer Stadtentwicklung. Kop van Zuid war einst ein lebendiges Hafengebiet. Anfang der 1990er Jahre wurden die brachliegenden Hafengelände in ein großstädti-sches Zentrumsgebiet mit internationalem Flair verwandelt. In Ka-tendrecht (im Volksmund De Kaap) lebte vor dem Zweiten Weltkrieg die größte chinesische Gemeinschaft in Europa. Mit seinen billigen Behausungen, den Prostituierten und ungemütlichen Bahngeländen haftete Katendrecht bis in die 1980er Jahre vor allem der Ruf des „be-rüchtigten“ Arbeiterviertels an.

KOP VAN ZUID • Wo sich früher Hafenarbeiter abplagten und Auswanderer Abschied nahmen vom Vaterland, lockt heute ein mo-dernes Amüsierviertel mit einem Theater, Cafés und Restaurants. 1993 öffnete das Hotel New York im alten Hauptquartier der Hol-land-Amerika-Linie an der Wilheminakade seine Pforten. Weitere Impulse brachte die Fertigstellung der Erasmusbrug im Jahr 1996. Alte Gebäude wurden umgenutzt, neue errichtet. Neben histori-

schen Gebäuden wie Las Palmas, dem Entrepot-Gebäude und dem Cruise Terminal erheben sich hier das imposante Apartmenthaus Montevideo, das Luxor-Theater und der Maastoren (Maasturm), mit 165 m das höchste Gebäude des Landes.

KATENDRECHT • Das Gebiet zwischen Maas- und Rijnhaven er-lebte eine wahre Metamorphose und ist nun ein attraktives Wohn-gebiet. Die Aussicht auf Kop van Zuid, die eigenwilligen Wohnungen und die Hafenatmosphäre brachten das unvergleichliche, abenteu-ergetränkte Flair von einst zurück. Am Kopf der Halbinsel liegt ein neues Wahrzeichen der Stadt: das Dampfschiff De Rotterdam, das einst als Linien- und Kreuzfahrtschiff unterwegs war. Nach seiner Restaurierung kann es nun 2010 besichtigt werden.

SCHeePVAARtKWARtieRWo sich einst alle Welt traf.

Das Scheepvaartkwartier ist ein romantisches Stückchen Rotterdam, das unter Ensembleschutz steht. Hier gibt es viel Grün, prächtige breite Straßen und Kais, und den Veerhaven mit seinen historischen Schiffen. Da spürt man so richtig die maritime Vergangenheit der Stadt. Wo sich einst alle Welt traf, finden Sie heute z.B. das Wereld-museum (Weltmuseum) mit seiner eindrucksvollen Sammlung von Kunst- und Gebrauchsobjekten von Kulturen aus der ganzen Welt. Mitten im Scheepvaartkwartier liegt Het Park, eine grüne Oase, in der immer wieder Festivals und Veranstaltungen stattfinden. Hier treffen sich die Rotterdamer im Sommer gern zum Grillen. Am Ran-de von Het Park steht das wohl berühmteste Wahrzeichen der Stadt: der 185 m hohe Euromast. Das Scheepvaartkwartier hat sich als ku-linarisches Mekka einen Namen gemacht – und zwar nicht zuletzt durch das Westelijk Handelsterrein, ein restauriertes Speicherhaus mit spannenden Galerien, trendy Restaurants, intimen Clubs und aparten Läden unter einem Dach.

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mUSeUmKWARtieRDer perfekte Ort für ein vielseitiges Kunstangebot.

Das Museumkwartier ist ein kompaktes, lebendiges Gebiet mit vielen trendy Boutiquen, Musikgeschäften, Designerläden und kreativen Brutstätten. Die vielen Museen und Galerien, die in wenigen Gehmi-nuten bequem zu erreichen sind, verleihen dem Gebiet eine immen-se Dynamik. Wer das vielseitige Kunstangebot der Stadt ungefiltert genießen will, ist hier goldrichtig. Die Kunsthal (entworfen vom be-rühmten Rotterdamer Architekten Rem Koolhaas) und das Natuur-historisch Museum sind durch den Museumpark mit dem Museum Boijmans Van Beuningen, dem Niederländischen Architekturmuse-um und dem Chabot Museum verbunden.

WITTE DE WITHSTRAAT • Die Witte de Withstraat und ihre Sei-tenstraßen atmen förmlich die Atmosphäre innovativer kreativer Trends. Das Zentrum für zeitgenössische Kunst Witte de With z.B. ist eine internationale Begegnungsstätte für Künstler, Akademiker und Kritiker. Eine Vielzahl von Galerien bietet ein buntes, spannendes Kunstangebot. Neben Kunst und Kultur finden Sie hier aparte Läden wie den der Rotterdamer Wäschekönigin Marlies Dekkers. In und um die Witte de Withstraat gibt es immer was zu erleben. Kunst, Kultur, Design, Cafés und Restaurants – die perfekten Zutaten für einen ge-lungenen Stadtbesuch.

NIEUWE BINNENWEG • Der Nieuwe Binnenweg präsentiert sich vielfarbig und quicklebendig. Diese Straße ist ein „Muss“ für jeden, der den Zeitgeist am eigenen Leibe spüren will. Die vielen exklu-siven Plattenläden locken bereits seit Jahren renommierte DJs aus dem In- und Ausland hierhin. Kunst- und Designliebhaber hinge-gen werden in den zahlreichen ungewöhnlichen Möbel- und Desi-gnläden und im Zentrum für bildende Kunst fündig. Der Nieuwe Binnenweg ist eine dynamische Straße, in der immer etwas los ist.

Mit „braunen Kneipen“, (Nacht-)Cafés, Restaurants und modernen Popbühnen wie Rotown garantiert der Nieuwe Binnenweg viel Ver-gnügen bis in die Morgenstunden.

LLOYDKWARtieRDenkmalgeschützte Magazine und moderne Architektur.

Einst fuhren hier die Schiffe gen Osten ab, heute ist das Viertel ge-prägt von Apartment- und Bürogebäuden mit einer eindrucksvollen Aussicht auf das Wasser. Durch den modernen Hochbau und die re-novierten Hafengebäude ist dies eines der zeitgemäßesten Gebiete der Stadt. Bei der Entwicklung ist der robuste Charakter des alten Hafengebiets weitestgehend erhalten geblieben. Im Lloydkwartier schlägt auch das Herz der AV-, Film und ICT-Branche Rotterdams. Der Brennpunkt all dieser kreativen Energie ist die Schiecentra-le, ein altes E-Werk aus dem Jahr 1904, in dem heute Betriebe und Künstler einträchtig neben- und miteinander arbeiten. Neben kreati-ver Betriebsamkeit finden Sie hier ein Theater, einen urigen Jazzkel-ler, mehrere Lokale und den Lloyd Multiplein, ein großes Sport- und Veranstaltungsgelände, auf dem jährlich u.a. das Kinofestival Plein-bioscoop stattfindet.

HiStORiSCH DeLFSHAVeNMalerisch und mit großer Vergangenheit.

Das malerische, historische Delfshaven, das einst zu Delft gehörte, sollte man sich wirklich nicht entgehen lassen. Delfshaven kann auf eine große Vergangenheit zurückblicken. Es waren die Pilgerväter, aus England geflüchtete Puritaner, die ihm zu weltweiter Bekannt-heit verhalfen. Von hier aus reisten sie nämlich nach Nordameri-ka weiter, wo sie als erste Siedler den Grundstein für Neuengland legten. Die Pelgrimsvaderkerk (1761) am Voorhaven erinnert heute noch an diese Ereignisse. Mit seinen Werften und dem Magazin der

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Zimmer von Delft war Delfshaven ein wichtiger Standort der Nieder-ländischen Ostindien-Kompanie, VOC. Anno 2011 ist Delfshaven ein nostalgisches, intimes Stückchen Rotterdam mit viel Wasser, Grach-ten, und zauberhaften alten Gebäuden und Höfen. Hier kann man nach Herzenslust in schmucken Lädchen und Ateliers shoppen oder in einem der vielen Straßencafés eine Bierspezialität genießen.

AUßeRHALb DeS ZeNtRUmSIn Rotterdam gibt es immer was zu erleben. Wo Sie auch sind.

Auch außerhalb der Innenstadt von Rotterdam gibt es viele Sehens-würdigkeiten, Parks, Gebäude, Einkaufszentren und Viertel, deren Besuch sich überaus lohnt. Rotterdam Zuid beispielsweise. Dies ist der jüngste Stadtteil Rotterdams, und das sieht man: 70 % der Be-wohner ist unter achtzehn. Hier finden Sie u.a. das Einkaufszentrum Zuidplein, die Veranstaltungshalle Ahoy, den farbenfrohen Markt auf dem Afrikaanderplein und das Heimatstadion des Fußballvereins Feyenoord, De Kuip. Wunderbar lebendig ist auch der Oude Noorden mit seinen alten Arbeiterwohnungen und einer wachsenden Zahl hip-per Läden. Und Kinder und Eltern verbringen gern einen ganzen Tag im Zoo Diergaarde Blijdorp und im Plaswijckpark. Ruhe und Natur finden Sie im Kralingse Bos (Kralinger Wald), in den Erholungsge-bieten Hoge Bergse Bos und Lage Bergse Bos oder in den prächtigen Anlagen des Trompenburg Arboretum. Ob Sie nun Shopping lieben, ob Kultur, Natur und Stille: In Rotterdam gibt es immer was zu erle-ben. Wo Sie auch sind.

Viele Möglichkeiten für wunderschöne Tagesausfüge.

Rotterdam liegt sehr zentral in der Provinz Südholland, in einem abwechslungsreichen Gebiet mit viel Geschichte, Wasser, Grün und einer langen Küstenlinie. In Hoek van Holland, dem Badeort der Rot-terdamer, finden Sie Strand, Meer und ein kostenlos zugängliches Dünengebiet mit Rad- und Spazierwegen. Hier können Sie entspan-nen, die frische Brise genießen oder Sport treiben. Außerdem laden viele Strandpavillons und Restaurants zum Verweilen ein. Auch die südholländischen Inseln, eingebettet zwischen den Küsten Seelands und dem geschäftigen Welthafen Rotterdam, sind wahre Ruheoasen mit viel Strand, Dünen, Wäldern und Poldern. Unweit von Rotterdam liegt die alte Festungsstadt Schiedam mit 225 staatlich geschützten Baudenkmälern, die einst von reichen Schnaps- und Branntwein-brennern errichtet wurden. So manches Museum, Restaurant oder Lokal ist in einem solchen historischen Gebäude zu finden. Ob Sie nun Ruhe, Kultur oder Idyllisches suchen: Die Umgebung von Rotter-dam bietet genug Ideen für wunderschöne Tagesausfüge.

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FLUgZeUgAuf Rotterdam The Hague Airport landen ständig Flüge – u.a. von Transavia - aus den wichtigsten Städten der Nachbarländer. Vom Flug-hafen aus gelangen Sie schnell und einfach ins Zentrum der Stadt.

• Mit dem Auto/Taxi - 10 Minuten mit dem Mietwagen (auf Rotterdam Airport finden Sie u.a. Sixt Autovermietung)

• RandstadRail (Haltestelle Meijersplein) + Airport Shuttle (Bus 50) - 15 Min.• Airport Shuttle (Bus 33 / Bus 12 (Nachtbus)) - 20 bis 25 Minuten

Weitere Auskünfte: Rotterdam The Hague Airport Informations- schalter / +31 (0)10 - 446 34 44 / www.rotterdamthehagueairport.nl. Sixt Autovermietung / +31 (0)10 - 462 72 21 / www.sixt.nl.

bOOtDie Stena-Line-Fähre aus Harwich legt in Hoek van Holland an. Von dort aus ist man in einer halben Stunde am Hauptbahnhof Rotterdam Centraal Station.

Reisende aus Hull kommen mit der Fähre von P&O Ferries im Rotter-dam Europoort an, wo sie bereits ein Bus von De Jong Tours erwar-tet, um sie in die Stadt zu bringen.

Weitere Auskünfte: Stena Line Hoek van Holland - Harwich / 0900 8123 (€ 0,10/Min.) / www.stenaline.nl. P&O Ferries Rotterdam - Euro-poort/Hull / +31 (0)20 - 200 83 33 / www.poferries.nl.

ZUg Auch mit dem Zug ist Rotterdam optimal erreichbar. In Rotterdam Centraal halten nicht nur Intercitys aus dem ganzen Land, sondern auch der Hochgeschwindigkeitszug.

THALYS • Besonders schnell erreichbar ist Rotterdam mit dem Tha-lys aus Antwerpen (30 Minuten), Brüssel (1 Stunde und 11 Minuten) und Paris (2 Stunden und 36 Minuten). Der Thalys fährt mittlerweile zehnmal täglich.Reisende aus dem Vereinigten Königreich können mit dem Eurostar nach Brüssel-Süd fahren und dort in den Thalys umsteigen.

FYRA • Fyra ist die schnellste Verbindung zwischen Amsterdam, Schiphol und Rotterdam. Normalerweise beträgt die Reisezeit von Amsterdam nach Rotterdam 43 Minuten. Vom Flughafen Schiphol nach Rotterdam sind Sie mit Fyra jedoch nur 26 Minuten unterwegs.Der Fyra fährt zweimal stündlich, von morgens früh bis abends spät.

AUtORotterdam is über die Autobahnen A13, A15, A15 und A20 gut erreich-bar (siehe Karte). In der Stadt gibt es mehrere Parkmöglichkeiten (siehe Seite 149).

metRO UND RANDStADRAiLDas Rotterdamer Metro-Netz zieht sich durch die ganze Stadt bis hi-nein in die umliegende Region. Es gibt fünf Metrolinien; jede ist an einer eigenen Farbe, einem spezifischen Buchstaben und dem Namen der Endstation erkennbar. Dadurch findet man sich schnell mit dem Rotterdamer Metrosystem zurecht: Man braucht sich lediglich die Farbe oder den Buchstaben und die Endstation seiner Linie zu mer-ken. Ab Rotterdam Centraal bringt Sie die blaue Linie (D) ins Stadt-zentrum (Haltestelle Beurs).

Die Metrolinie E gehört zur RandstadRail, eine Stadtbahnverbindung zwischen den Zentren von Den Haag, Rotterdam und Zoetermeer. Startbahnhof und Endstation ist die Haltestelle Rotterdam Centraal.Zeiten: Mo bis Sa 5.30 - 0.15 h / So 7.30 - 0.15 h (für jede Linie gelten andere Zeiten). Preise und Zahlungsweise: siehe Kasten.

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StRASSeNbAHNDurch die Innenstadt fahren die Straßenbahnen 4, 7, 8, 20, 21, 23 und 25. Alle Linien fahren zum Centraal Station. Der Hauptbahn-hof ist somit auch der ideale Einstiegsort, wenn Sie die „Tram» nehmen möchten.

Zeiten: Mo bis Sa 5 - 0.30 h / So 7 - 0.30 h (für jede Linie gelten andere Zei-ten) . Preise und Zahlungsweise: weitere Informationen siehe Kasten.

WAteRbUSEine nette Idee für Tagesausflüge in die Umgebung von Rotterdam ist der Waterbus (Wasserbus). Er pendelt zwischen Rotterdam (Wil-lemskade) und den so genannten Drechtsteden (u.a. Dordrecht, Zwijndrecht, Papendrecht und Sliedrecht) hin- und her. Übrigens: Fahrräder fahren kostenlos mit.

Zeiten: Mo bis Fr 7 - 20.30 h / Sa 8 - 20 h / So 11 bis 19 h (für jede Linie gelten andere Zeiten). Preise: Je nach der Länge der Strecke. Tagesti-ckets kosten € 11 oder € 7 (reduzierter Tarif). Zahlungweise: bar (an Bord). www.waterbus.nl.

WAteRtAxiAuch mit dem Watertaxi Rotterdam kommen Sie herum in Rotterdam und Umgebung. Sie haben zwei Möglichkeiten: Die klassischen Watertaxis HNY pendeln zwischen Hotel New York, dem Leuvehaven und dem Veerhaven hin und her. Reservieren ist nicht erforderlich. Die Wartezeit beträgt höchstens zehn Minuten. An Bord ist Platz für bis zu acht Personen.

Weitere Auskünfte über die Ankunft- und Abfahrtzeiten der öffentlichen Nahverkehrsmittel erhalten Sie unter der Nummer 0900 9292 (€ 0,70/Min.), oder besuchen Sie www.9292ov.nl.

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Zeiten: Mo bis So 9.00 - 24.00 h. Preise: € 2,90 je Einzelfahrt Veerhaven / € 3,60 je Einzelfahrt Leuvehaven. Zahlungsweise: bar (an Bord), Debit-karte (nur an der Anlegestelle HNY). www.watertaxirotterdam.nl.

Blitzschnelle Maastaxis pendeln zwischen mehreren Anlegestellen in Rotterdam und Umgebung hin und her. Unter +31 (0)10 - 403 03 03 können Sie Ihr Maastaxi bestellen oder reservieren. An Bord ist Platz für bis zu acht Personen.

Zeiten: Mo bis Do 7 - 24 h / Fr 7 - 1 h / Sa 9 - 1 h / So 9 - 24 h. Preise: Ab € 6,70 je Einzelfahrt für Erwachsene (je nach der Personenzahl und der Länge der Strecke). Zahlungsweise: bar (an Bord), Debitkarte (nur an der Anlegestelle HNY). www.watertaxirotterdam.nl.

Verkaufsstellen• Verkaufs- und Aufla-

deautomaten an den Metrohaltestellen

• Verkaufs- und Infor-mationsstellen an den Metrohaltestellen Beurs und Centraal Station

• RET-Service-Shop (Laan op Zuid 2)

• Postämter, Primera- und Tabac&Gifts-Läden

• Rotterdam.info und das VVV Rotterdam Info Café (Einweg-Chi-pkarte)

• www.ov-chipkaart.nl/webwinkel

Preise Einweg- Chipkarte• RET-Ticket für 1, 2

oder 3 Tage ab € 6• RET-Ticket für 2 Me-

trofahrten € 4,60• RET-Ticket für eine

2-stündige Fahrt € 3,50

• RET-Bus und Straßenbahn, 1-stün-dige Fahrt € 2,50

Zahlungsweise: • Debitkarte, Chipknip

(elektronische Geldbörse) oder Kreditkarte.

Weitere Informationen finden Sie unter www.ov-chipkaart.nl oder www.ret.nl.

PReiSe FÜR ÖFFeNtLiCHe NAHVeRKeHRSmitteL In der Rotterdamer Metro, Bus und Straßenbahn zahlen Sie mit der OV-Chipkaart, einem aufladbaren elektronischen Ticket.

tAxiSelbstverständlich können Sie sich auch ein Taxi nehmen. Neben den klassischen Taxis, die rund um die Uhr fahren, gibt es auch die Auto-rikscha (genannt Tuktuk) und das Velotaxi.

• Rotterdamse Taxi Centrale (RTC) / +31 (0)10 - 462 60 60 • St. Job Taxi / +31 (0)10 - 425 70 00 • Rotterdam Airport Taxi / +31 (0)10 - 262 04 06 • Tuk Tuk Company Rotterdam / auf der Straße anhalten• Velotaxi (eine Art überdachtes Fahrrad)/ +31 (0)6 – 15 29 59 01 (April

bis September, 10 - 17 h)

FAHRRADRotterdam verfügt über ein weit verzweigtes Radwegenetz. Die Stadt ge-hört zum Radwegenetzwerk der Stadtregion Rotterdam (www.fietsen-inderegiorotterdam.nl). Am Rotterdam Centraal Station werden Räder vermietet, ab ca. € 6,50 pro Tag (Fietspoint Rotterdam CS / T +31 (0)10 412 62 20). In der Innenstadt können Sie Ihr Fahrrad kostenlos auf den Fahrradparkplätzen Binnenrotte und Meent abstellen.

P+R-geLÄNDe (gRAtiS)Wer preiswert und problemlos parken will, dem sei eines der be-wachten Park+Ride-Gelände am Stadtrand empfohlen. Die finden Sie bei den Metrohaltestellen Capelsebrug, Hoogvliet, Kralingse Zoom, Noorderhelling, Meijersplein und Slinge (siehe die Karte des Metro-Netzes auf S. 146). Hier können Sie Ihren Wagen kostenlos abstellen, bevor Sie mit dem öffentlichen Nahverkehr weiterfahren. Von allen P+R-Geländen aus gibt es eine direkte Verbindung in die Innenstadt. In 20 Minuten sind Sie da - ohne Parkprobleme.

Kaufen Sie sich eine Rotterdam Welcome Card inkl. RET-Ticket für 1, 2 oder 3 Tage (ab € 9 je Ticket für Erwachsene). Weitere Informationen finden Sie auf Seite 153.

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PARKeN im PARKHAUS (gebÜHReNPFLiCHtig) Im Zentrum und in Zentrumsnähe finden Sie viele Parkhäuser. Meis-tens ist es preiswerter, das Auto im Parkhaus abzustellen als auf der Straße. Das Parkleitsystem führt Sie zum nächstgelegenen freien Parkplatz in einem Parkhaus.Die Preise variieren je Parkhaus, Lage und Parkdauer. Ganz allge-mein gilt jedoch: Je zentraler das Parkhaus, desto teurer. So zahlen Sie beispielsweise im Parkhaus Schouwburgplein einen Starttarif von € 2 (51 Minuten), danach € 1 (26 Minuten).

Zahlungsweise: Debitkarte, Kreditkarte, (Prepaid) Chipknip oder bar.

PARKeN AUF DeR StRASSe (gebÜHReNPFLiCHtig) Im Allgemeinen sind die Parkplätze in der Innenstadt und an an-deren zentralen Punkten gebührenpflichtig, manchmal sogar rund um die Uhr. Dabei gelten jedoch zuweilen unterschiedliche Tarife. Infos zu den Tarifen und den Zeiten finden Sie auf allen Parkschein-automaten. Bitte beachten Sie, dass Sie nicht mit Münzgeld bezah-len können.

Zahlungsweise: (Prepaid) Chipknip, Kreditkarte (im Zentrum und bei Sehenswürdigkeiten), Parkausweis.

iNFORmAtiONeN FÜR beHiNDeRteIn der Innenstadt von Rotterdam gibt es mehrere Behindertenpark-plätze. Wenn Sie einen Behindertenparkausweis besitzen, dürfen Sie hier parken. Außerdem gibt es an mehreren Stellen im Zentrum und bei wichtigen Sehenswürdigkeiten Rollstuhltoiletten. Informa-tionen über Parkplätze, Parkhäuser und die Barrierefreiheit von Ge-bäuden finden Sie auf der Site www.toegankelijk.rotterdam.nl.

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ROtteRDAm.iNFO Das Tourismusbüro Rotterdam.info ist das Hauptinformationszent-rum der Stadt Rotterdam. Hier erhalten Sie Informationen und Tipps über Rotterdam, von Sehenswürdigkeiten über Ausgehmöglichkei-ten bis hin zu Themen wie Architektur und Wohnen. Die Mitarbeiter beraten Sie gerne. Sie können sich aber auch selbst am breit gefä-cherten Angebot orientieren. Im thematisch eingerichteten Infozen-trum steht Ihnen eine Menge Infomaterial zur Verfügung. Und im angrenzenden Shop finden Sie attraktive Geschenke und Souvenirs. Am Schalter sind zudem Geschenkgutscheine, Eintrittskarten für Veranstaltungen, Fahrkarten und Parkscheine erhältlich.

Öffnungszeiten: Mo bis Fr 10 - 19 h / Sa 9.30 - 18 h / So 10 - 17 h. Coolsingel 197, tel 0900 403 40 65 (€ 0,35 p/M). info@rotterdam.info // www.rotterdam.info.

VVV ROtteRDAm iNFO CAFÉGanz in der Nähe des Rotterdamer Hauptbahnhofs befindet sich das VVV Rotterdam Info Café. Am Serviceschalter, in der großen Auswahl an (VVV-)Broschüren oder mithilfe eines Computers finden Sie schnell,

Prepaid chipknipErhältlich bei mehre-ren Verkaufsstellen in Rotterdam, z.B. beim VVV Rotterdam. Prepaid-Chipknip-Karten gibt es im Wert von € 5, € 10, € 20 und € 50.

ParkausweisMit Parkausweisen kann man das Auto auf der Straße abstel-len. Sie sind in den Stadswinkel-Läden erhältlich und gelten eine oder zwei Stun-den, einen Tag, eine

Woche oder einen Mo-nat. Es gibt Ausweise für ganz Rotterdam oder für einzelne Teil-gebiete. Ab € 1,60 (1 Stunde). (Stadswinkel Centrum finden Sie im Stadhuis, Coolsin-gel 40.)

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was Sie suchen. Folgen Sie den Schildern „i Tourist Information“ zum Grandcafé Restaurant Engels. Dort befindet sich das Info Café.

Öffnungszeiten: Mo bis Sa 9 - 17.30 h / So 10 - 17 h. Stationsplein 45.

i-SeRViCePUNKteIn Rotterdam und Umgebung gibt es eine Reihe von i-Servicepunkten, wo Sie verschiedene touristische VVV-Broschüren mitnehmen kön-nen: Börsengebäude Beurs/WTC, Buchhandlung Selexyz Donner, In-foschalter am Rotterdam The Hague Airport, Einkaufszentrum Zuid-plein, Wohnwarenhaus Alexandrium, Infozentrum Wilhelminapier, Gaststätte De Vier Seizoenen (Overschie), Kulturinformationspunkt Capelle (CIC) und Bibliothek Bergschenhoek.

beim VVV eRHÄLtLiCHBROSCHÜREN • Beim VVV Rotterdam erhalten Sie diverse kosten-lose Broschüren, mit deren Hilfe Sie die Stadt noch besser entdecken und kennenlernen können. Sie sind beim Rotterdam.info, im VVV Rot-terdam Info Café und an den i-Servicepunkten erhältlich. Außerdem können sie über www.rotterdam.info heruntergeladen werden.

• City Map - Stadtplan mit Standorten und Adressen. Eine gute Er-gänzung des RZine. Zusammen für € 1 erhältlich.

• Rondje Rotterdam - Zweistündige Wanderung entlang den Höhe-punkten der Stadt.

• Architectuur in Rotterdam - Alle Rotterdamer Wahrzeichen und an-dere architektonische Höhepunkte.

• Rotterdam Art City - Informationen über Museen, Galerien und öffent-liche Kunstwerke in Rotterdam.

ROTTERDAM WELCOME CARD • Die Rotterdam Welcome Card bietet mindestens 25 % Rabatt für 54 Sehenswürdigkeiten, Museen, Restaurants und verschiedene Ausgehmöglichkeiten. Sie erhalten

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zusätzlich eine Chipkarte für öffentliche Verkehrsmittel (die OV-chipkaart), mit der Sie einen Tag bzw. zwei oder drei aufeinanderfol-genden Tage uneingeschränkt mit Metros, Straßenbahnen und Bus-sen des Rotterdamer Transportbetriebs RET fahren können. Preis: € 9 / € 12 / € 15. Erhältlich bei Rotterdam.info, im VVV Rotterdam Info Café, beim Rotterdam The Hague Airport und in vielen Hotels. Kann auch online bestellt werden: www.rotterdam.info.

SONSTIGE PRODUKTE • Eintrittskarten• Geschenkgutscheine wie VVV-Geschenkgutschein• Souvenirs und Geschenke*• Wegwerfkarte für öffentliche Verkehrsmittel• Prepaid Chipknip(* nur beim RotteRdam.info, nicht im Info Café)

CitY tOURSRotterdam ist eine pulsierende Stadt mit einer reichen Geschichte, einer fantastischen Architektur und spannenden versteckten Fleckchen. Spe-ziell für Gruppen gibt es verschiedene Arrangements, mit denen sich die Stadt auf nicht-alltägliche Weise entdecken lässt. Eine vollständige Über-sicht über Rotterdamer City Tours finden Sie auf der Tabelle auf S. 110.

NOtRUFNotrufnummer landesweit (Rettungsdienst, Feuerwehr, Polizei): 112Polizei (kein Notfall) - 0900 8844

Möchten Sie gerne in Rotterdam auf dem Laufenden bleiben? Melden Sie sich dann für den digitalen Newsletter an (Niederländisch oder Englisch). Dann erhalten Sie die besten Ausgehtipps, Angebote und Preis-fragen. Weitere Informationen finden Sie unter www.rotterdam.info.

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Rotterdam est une métropole dynamique au bord de l’eau, il y a toujours quelque chose à faire. L’un des plus grands ports du monde, la ville s’est acquis une réputation internatio-nale. L’eau et le port ont joué de tout temps un rôle essentiel à Rotterdam, dont témoignent les nombreux anciens ports intérieurs, ses larges quais et docks monumentaux. Si Rotterdam a maintenant plus de 650 ans, la ville incarne toujours l’élan de la jeunesse. C’est une ville en mouvement qui se redessine perpétuellement, c’est aussi la ville dite la plus moderne des Pays-Bas. Rotterdam, ville de l’architecture, du design, de l’art et de la culture offre aussi un éventail varié de magasins, attractions, fes-tivals, restaurants et parcs. Rotterdam est une ville qui chaque fois reste à découvrir.B

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CeNtraaL DistriCt Ici, Rotterdam et l’Europe se rejoignent. Littéralement.

Porte d’entrée de Rotterdam, depuis Centraal District, trams, bus, métro ou bicyclette vous emmènent dans la minute qui suit vers tou-tes les destinations possibles et imaginables.À quelques minutes à pied, la vie culturelle et nocturne animée du centre-ville vous attend. Ici, Rotterdam et l’Europe se rejoignent. Littéralement. Le train à grande vitesse et RandstadRail relient la ville au reste des Pays-Bas, à l’aéroport de Rotterdam et au port voisin. Depuis toujours le centre d’affaires de Rotterdam Centraal District est aussi un quartier d’habitation et de travail qui fourmille d’activités. Nombre de sociétés internationales et de multinationa-les sont installées sur la Weena, dont l’architecture marquante dé-termine l’image du centre. Les environs de la gare centrale sont en plein développement. Un futur terminal sera relié par un boulevard piétonnier au centre-ville.

CHiNa tOWNLe creuset multiculturel de Rotterdam.

Le secteur de Rotterdam baptisé China Town doit son nom aux nom-breux commerces chinois qui caractérisent l’entrée de la rue com-merçante sur le Kruisplein. Mais China Town n’est pas seulement la somme de restaurants, supermarchés ou magasins chinois. C’est le creuset multiculturel de Rotterdam. Les meilleures adresses de pro-duits exotiques sont ici. Les restaurants et magasins de spécialités du West-Kruiskade forment une palette de la diversité culturelle. Des ba-zars orientaux aux boucheries et boulangeries musulmanes, on trouve ici ce qu’on ne trouve pas ailleurs. Le chemin des sculptures (Beel-denroute Westersingel) emprunte le Westersingel, qui relie China

rOtterDaM Town au quartier des musées. La promenade au long de ce canal bordé d’imposantes demeures est ponctuée d’œuvres d’art, pièces de la col-lection internationale de sculptures de Rotterdam.

LiJNBaaNKWartierQuartier commercial incontesté de Rotterdam.

Quartier commercial incontesté de Rotterdam, les magasins du Lijn-baankwartier sont ouverts 7 jours sur 7. Du Monoprix hollandais Hema à Hugo Boss, on y trouve de tout. Mais le Lijnbaankwartier n’est pas seulement l’endroit où faire du shopping, c’est aussi un endroit où sortir dans les cafés et restaurants sympathiques ou clubs et théâtres du quartier. Dance, jazz, classique, moderne ou top 40, vous trou-verez au Lijnbaankwartier ce qu’il vous plaît.

SHOPPING • Le Lijnbaan est la rue commerciale la plus connue de Rot-terdam. Dès la fin de la guerre, la ville est impatiente de se reconstruire. Lumière, horizon et espace sont le crédo. Le Lijnbaan, première rue commerçante piétonnière en Europe, est inaugurée en 1954. Lijnbaan, Beursplein et Beurstraverse rassemblent aujourd’hui les plus grandes chaînes de magasins. Mais à quelques pas seulement de ce paradis com-mercial, se trouvent aussi quelques rues caractéristiques aux magasins plus chics. Comme la Van Oldenbarneveltstraat, Karel Doormanstraat ou Kruiskade, où sont situés différents magasins de marques étrangères de qualité. Les belles demeures anciennes du nostalgique Oude Binnen-weg abritent également d’élégants magasins.

SORTIR • Le Lijnbaankwartier offre une foule de possibilités de sor-tie. Les plus grandes salles de concert se trouvent dans le quartier. Le centre de musique De Doelen propose des concerts de musique clas-sique, de jazz ou de musiques du monde, comme le Festival Gergiev de premier plan. Outre un répertoire contemporain de compagnies rotterdamoises comme RO Theater ou Scapino Ballet pour la danse,

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le Rotterdamse Schouwburg présente également opéras et ballets. Qui préfère un amusement plus prosaïque aura l’embarras du choix parmi les cafés de la Stadhuisplein où c’est tous les soirs fête. Et pour les amateurs de clubs, il y a l’Off_Corso ou le Catwalk.

LaureNsKWartierUn quartier où il fait bon vagabonder.

Laurenskwartier est aussi ancien que Rotterdam. Le quartier consti-tuait en fait la ville. La Hoogstraat, où se situait jusqu’en 1920 l’hôtel de ville, formait le cœur de Rotterdam. La place Grotekerkplein date de la même époque. La Grotekerk, aussi appelée Laurenskerk carac-térise le quartier. L’église est l’un des derniers points d’orientation anciens de la ville moderne. Lourdement endommagée dans les bom-bardements de 1940, les travaux de restauration de l’église, datant du gothique tardif, entrepris en 1952 se sont terminés en 1968.

VAGABONDER • À l’écart du commercial Lijnbaankwartier toujours passant, Laurenskwartier est un quartier où il fait bon vagabonder. Il se caractérise par des îlots commerçants, chacun avec ses peti-tes perles. Si l’on trouve sur le Beursplein et dans la Hoogstraat les grandes marques, le quartier est surtout prisé des inconditionnels du shopping pour ses petites boutiques et magasins originaux des rues avoisinantes Korte Hoogstraat et Oppert. Le grand marché du Bin-nenrotte est aussi un paradis où fouiner. Chaque mardi et samedi, on se presse autour des 450 éventaires.

BRANCHÉ • Le périmètre dessiné par le Nieuwe Markt et la Pan-nkoekstraat est un village en soi. Ce coin caractéristique de Rotter-dam fourmille de petites boutiques, bars à cocktails branchés, cafés et endroits sympathiques où manger un morceau. Pour les amateurs de vêtements hors du commun et de boutiques d’intérieurs origina-les, c’est l’endroit où aller. L’effervescent Meent, qui vous conduira

de la Pannekoekstraat au Coolsingel, est en plein développement. Que l’on aime les tenues recherchées ou un look streetwise, c’est là qu’il faut aller. Il y en aussi pour tous les goûts en matière de restauration.

WaterFrONt & NOOrDereiLaNDPartez à la découverte des racines maritimes de la ville.

Ville portuaire, Rotterdam, grâce à la Meuse et la Nieuwe Water-weg, est l’un des plus grands ports du monde. Mais l’eau tient aussi une place importante au centre de la ville. Waterfront est connu pour ses nombreux ports intérieurs, dont Haringvliet, Wijnhaven et Leuvehaven. Le Leuvehaven, où sont situés le Musée maritime et le Musée du port (Havenmuseum), est avec ses immenses grues et son patrimoine industriel un véritable hommage aux racines maritimes de la ville.

OUDE HAVEN • Depuis plus de vingt-cinq ans, le Oude Haven est l’endroit par excellence où boire un verre ou dîner, installé à une terrasse avec vue sur les navires historiques. Outre cafés et res-taurants, le Oude Haven offre deux points forts de l’architecture caractéristique de Rotterdam : la tour Witte Huis et les maisons-cubes. En son temps, la tour Witte Huis de dix étages de l’architecte Molenbroek était réputée pour être le premier gratte-ciel d’Europe. Les étonnantes maisons-cubes sur pilotis de Piet Blom sont la carte de visite de Rotterdam. Toujours habitées, elles peuvent toutefois être visitées.

NOORDEREILAND • La promenade Boompjeskade longe la Meuse depuis 1615. Elle doit son nom, promenade des arbres, à la verdure luxuriante et la double rangée de tilleuls qui à l’époque, agrémen-taient la rive. Depuis la promenade, on voit l’île Noordereiland, qui est reliée au reste de Rotterdam par les ponts Willemsbrug et Konin-

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ginnebrug. Classée quartier protégé depuis 2005, Noordereiland doit son statut au plus bel ouvrage de la ville selon les Rotterdamois : De Hef. Cet ancien pont de chemin de fer a été conservé en souvenir de l’endroit où les trains sortaient autrefois de la ville.

KOP VaN ZuiD & KateNDreCHtModernité conjuguée à une riche histoire.

Kop van Zuid et Katendrecht, deux exemples prestigieux du dévelop-pement urbain de Rotterdam, ont une riche histoire. Autrefois un quartier portuaire animé, le réaménagement des terrains et bâti-ments désaffectés du quartier Kop van Zuid entrepris dans les an-nées quatre-vingt-dix l’ont transformé en un quartier bouillonnant d’activités d’allure internationale. Katendrecht, surnommé Le Cap, était avant la guerre le plus grand quartier chinois d’Europe. Jus-qu’aux années quatre-vingts, le quartier avec ses logements ouvriers, cafés de marins, prostituées et remises désertes avaient une réputa-tion douteuse.

KOP VAN ZUID • Dockers et émigrants ont laissé la place aux théâtres, restaurants et cafés. Installé dans les bureaux de la Ligne Hollande-Amérique, l’Hôtel New York a ouvert ses portes sur le Wil-helminakade en 1993. L’ouverture du pont Érasme en 1996 a insufflé une vie nouvelle au quartier. Les bâtiments anciens ont trouvé une nouvelle vocation, et le quartier doit à son architecture moderne. Les monuments historiques Las Palmas, Entrepôt et Cruise Terminal cô-toient le théâtre ultramoderne Luxor, les tours Montevideo et Maas-toren, qui du haut de ses 165 mètres domine les Pays-Bas.

KATENDRECHT • Situé entre les ports Maashaven et Rijnhaven, le quartier métamorphosé est aujourd’hui recherché. Le Cap offre une vue magnifique sur le Kop van Zuid. Le quartier a retrouvé avec ses maisons typiques et son atmosphère de port l’image aventureuse qui

était la sienne. Un nouveau point de repère s’est ancré à Katendrecht dans la silhouette de la ville : Le Rotterdam, paquebot de ligne et de croisière aux longues années de service, est maintenant ouvert au public après une restauration minutieuse.

sCHeePVaartKWartierLà où se croisaient les chemins du monde.

Un coin romantique de Rotterdam, et quartier historique protégé, le Scheepvaartkwartier avec ses avenues ombragées, ses larges quais et le Veerhaven où sont ancrés des navires historiques vous dévoi-lent le glorieux passé de la ville. Là où se croisaient les chemins du monde, venez découvrir l’impressionnante collection d’objets issus de cultures du monde entier du Musée des Cultures du Monde. Havre de verdure au cœur du quartier maritime, Het Park est le cadre de festivals et manifestations variés. C’est aussi en été le lieu favori des Rotterdamois pour une bonne grillade au barbecue. À la lisière du parc s’élève à quelque 185 mètres de haut le site sans doute le plus connu de Rotterdam : L’Euromast. Scheepvaartkwartier s’est fait un nom dans la gastronomie, entre autre par la création du site Westelijk Handelsterrein. Galeries étonnantes, restaurants très courus, clubs sympathiques et boutiques originales sont abrités sous le même toit de cet entrepôt rénové.

MuseuMKWartier Haut lieu de l’art dans toute sa diversité.

Le quartier des musées rassemble dans une zone compacte boutiques de mode tendance, magasins de musique et design, pépinières artisti-ques. L’offre très diverse de musées et galeries tous à deux pas donne une extraordinaire dynamique à ce quartier, l’endroit par excellence où profiter de la richesse artistique qu’offre Rotterdam. Le Kunsthal, réalisé par le célèbre architecte rotterdamois Rem Koolhaas, et le

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Musée d’histoire naturelle sont reliés par le Museumpark au Musée Boijmans Van Beuningen, l’Institut néerlandais d’architecture et le musée Chabot.

WITTE DE WITHSTRAAT • Culture et innovation marquent in-déniablement la Witte de Withstraat et ses petites rues. C’est là qu’est situé le centre d’art contemporain Witte de With, haut lieu de rencontre international d’artistes, universitaires et critiques. Les nombreuses galeries vous invitent à la découverte de créati-ons les plus étonnantes. Ici, art et culture et boutiques intrigantes se côtoient, comme celle de la créatrice de lingerie Marlies Dek-kers. Il y a toujours quelque chose à faire ou à voir à la Witte de Withstraat. Art, culture, design, cafés, restaurants, les ingrédients d’une journée parfaite.

NIEUWE BINNENWEG • Une animation cosmopolite caractérise la rue Nieuwe Binnenweg. Un passage obligé pour qui veut goûter l’air du temps. Les DJ de renommée (inter)nationale ont trouvé de-puis longtemps le chemin de la Nieuwe Binnenweg qui fourmille de magasins de disques exclusifs. Mais l’amateur d’art et de design trou-vera ici aussi son bonheur dans une foule de magasins de meubles et design ou le Centre des Arts plastiques. Il y a toujours quelque chose à faire à la dynamique Nieuwe Binnenweg. Des bistrots typiques, cafés, restaurants aux scènes underground comme le Rotown, l’ambiance bat son plein jusqu’aux petites heures de la nuit.

LLOYDKWartier Docks et architecture moderne, un mariage réussi.

Le Lloydkwartier d’où partaient les paquebots pour l’Orient est au-jourd’hui un quartier d’habitation et d’activités professionnelles. Les tours ultramodernes et les bâtiments portuaires rénovés of-frent une vue spectaculaire sur l’eau, en faisant l’un des endroits

les plus futuristes de la ville. Le robuste caractère de l’ancien port a été conservé. Le dock monumental Jobsveem par exemple, est aujourd’hui un complexe d’appartements et de bureaux. Le Lloyd-kwartier est le centre de l’industrie de l’audiovisuel, du cinéma et de l’informatique, avec pour foyer la Schiecentrale. Dans cette an-cienne centrale électrique datant de 1904, artistes et entrepreneurs travaillent côte-à-côte et ensemble. Un quartier bouillonnant de créativité où l’on trouve aussi un théâtre, une authentique cave de jazz, cafés et restaurants et le Lloyd Multiplein, un immense terrain de sports et d’événements qui accueille entre autres chaque année le Pleinbioscoop, ou Place du cinéma.

quartier HistOrique De DeLFsHaVeNPittoresque et histoire.

Un coin de Rotterdam pittoresque où il fait bon se perdre. Cet an-cien port autrefois rattaché à Delft témoigne d’un passé ambitieux. Port d’embarquement des Pères pèlerins, Delfshaven est connu dans le monde entier. Fuyant l’Angleterre, ces protestants, appelés Puri-tains, partirent d’ici pour l’Amérique du Nord, où ils fondèrent les premières colonies formant la Nouvelle Angleterre. L’Église des Pèlerins (Pelgrimvaderskerk) construite en 1761 sur le Voorhaven rappelle leur passage. Avec ses chantiers navals et l’entrepôt de la Chambre de Delft, Delfshaven était pour la Compagnie des Indes orientales une plaque tournante. Canaux et squares entourés de maisons anciennes font tout le charme nostalgique de Delfshaven. Trouver votre bonheur dans une foule de boutiques et d’ateliers, dé-couvrir une bière dans un de ces petits cafés, aujourd’hui tout un programme vous attend.

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aiLLeurs À rOtterDaM À Rotterdam il y a toujours quelque chose à faire. Où que vous soyez.

En dehors du centre, Rotterdam offre également divers points d’intérêt, parcs, bâtiments, centres commerciaux et quartiers qui valent le détour. Comme Rotterdam Zuid, le plus jeune quartier de Rotterdam dont 70 % des habitants ont moins de 18 ans. On y trouve le centre commercial Zuidplein, le complexe événementiel Ahoy, le marché haut en couleur de l’Afrikaanderplein et bien sûr, le stade De Kuip, domicile du club de foot Feyenoord. Les rues d’Oude Noorden bordées de logements ouvriers débordent d’animation, où les boutiques branchées sont de plus en plus nombreuses à venir s’installer. Enfants et parents se régalent des journées entières au zoo Blijdorp et au Plaswijckpark. Ceux qui ont envie de nature et de tranquillité trouveront le calme aux bois Kralingse Bos, Hoge et Lage Bergse bos ou à l’arborétum Trompenburg et ses superbes jardins botaniques. Envie de shopping ou envie de culture, ou de vert et de tranquillité, à Rotterdam il y a toujours quelque chose à faire. Où que vous soyez.

Une foule de possibilités d‘excursion étonnantes.

Rotterdam est située au centre de la province de Hollande-Méri-dionale, une région variée regorgeant d‘histoire, d‘eau, d‘espaces verts, bordée par une longue côte. À Hoek van Holland, station bal-néaire de Rotterdam, plage, mer et balades à pied ou à bicyclette dans les dunes ouvertes aux promeneurs vous attendent. Outre pa-resser, prendre un bol d‘air ou faire du sport, vous pourrez y faire un bon dîner ou prendre un verre dans l‘un des nombreux restaurants sur la plage ou en ville. Encastrées entre les côtes de la Zélande

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et le port animé de Rotterdam, les îles de la Hollande-Méridionale avec leurs plages, dunes, bois et polders sont un havre de tranquil-lité. Tout à côté de Rotterdam, l‘ancienne ville fortifiée de Schiedam compte quelque 225 monuments classés construits par de riches di-stillateurs de genièvre, différents musées et divers restaurants et cafés installés dans des lieux intrigants. Calme, culture ou convi-vialité, les environs de Rotterdam offrent une foule de possibilités d‘excursion étonnantes.

aViONLes vols, assurés entre autre par Transavia, entre les grandes villes des pays voisins et Rotterdam The Hague Airport sont très fréquents. Le centre de Rotterdam est à un jet de pierre.

• Voiture/taxi - 10 minutes. Une agence Sixt de location de voitures est située à l’aéroport.• RandstadRail (arrêt Meijersplein) + navette aéroport (bus 50) - 15 minutes• Navettes 33 et 12 (ligne de nuit) - 20 à 25 minutes

Pour plus d’informations : Service des renseignements Rotterdam The Hague Airport / +31 (0)10 - 446 34 44 / www.rotterdamthehagueair-port.nl. Sixt location de voitures / +31 (0)10 - 462 72 21 / www.sixt.nl.

BateauLa compagnie Stena Line assure la ligne Harwich - Hoek van Hol-land, où les passagers seront en une demi-heure à la gare centrale de Rotterdam. P&O Ferries assure la ligne Hull - Rotterdam Europoort, où un autocar de la compagnie De Jong Tours assurant la liaison di-recte avec Rotterdam attend les passagers.

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Pour plus d’informations : Stena Line Hoek van Holland - Harwich / 0900 8123 (0,10 € mn) / www.stenaline.nl. P&O Ferries Rotterdam Europoort - Hull / +31 (0)20 - 200 83 33 / www.poferries.nl.

traiN Rotterdam est extrêmement bien desservie par le train. Le TGV comme tous les trains rapides interurbains des Pays-Bas s’arrêtent à la gare centrale, Rotterdam Centraal Station.

THALYS • En Thalys, Rotterdam est à peine à 30 minutes d’Anvers, à 1 heure 11 de Bruxelles et à 2 heures 36 de Paris. Le Thalys circule maintenant dix fois par jour.Les visiteurs arrivant du Royaume-Uni peuvent aller avec l’Eurostar jusqu’à Bruxelles-Midi et prendre là le Thalys.

FYRA • Fyra est le train le plus rapide entre Amsterdam, Schiphol et Rotterdam. Le trajet Amsterdam - Rotterdam prend 43 minutes. De Schiphol, vous serez à Rotterdam en 26 minutes à peine. Fyra circule deux fois par heure, tôt le matin au soir tard.

VOitureBien sûr, Rotterdam peut être aussi rejointe en voiture. Vous trouve-rez à autre page un plan d’accès du périphérique. Il y diverses possi-bilités de stationnement en ville (page 173).

MÉtrO et raNDstaDraiLLe réseau de métro couvre Rotterdam et la région. Les cinq lignes sont chacune d’une couleur différente et désignées par une lettre et le nom du terminus. Rien n’est plus facile que de se déplacer en métro à Rotterdam. Il suffit de retenir la couleur ou la lettre et le terminus de la ligne à prendre. Pour aller au centre depuis la gare Rotterdam Centraal, prenez la ligne bleue (D) et descendez à la sta-tion Beurs.

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La ligne de métro E est intégrée au réseau RandstadRail. Elle dessert les centres de La Haye (Den Haag), de Rotterdam et de Zoetermeer. Gare de départ/terminus : Rotterdam Centraal.

Horaires : lundi-samedi 5h. 30 - 00h. 15 / dimanche 7h.30 - 00h. 15 (les horaires varient en fonction du trajet). Tarifs et moyens de paiement : voir l’encadré.

traMWaYLes lignes 4, 7, 8, 20, 21, 23 et 25 passent par le centre. Tous les trams s’arrêtent à la gare centrale, qui est donc le point le plus pratique pour prendre un tram.

Horaires : lundi au samedi 5 - 00h. 30 / dimanche 7 - 00h. 30 (les ho-raires varient en fonction de la ligne). Tarifs et moyens de paiement : voir l’encadré.

WaterBusLe ferry rapide Waterbus est une bonne idée pour une excursion dans la région de Rotterdam. Il relie Rotterdam (Willemskade) aux villes de la région de Dordrecht. Il est possible de prendre une bicyclette avec soi sans frais supplémentaires.

Horaires : lundi-vendredi 7 - 20h. / samedi 8h. - 20h. / diman-che 11h. - 19h. 30 (les horaires varient en fonction du trajet). Ta-rifs : en fonction de la longueur du trajet. Un billet pour la journée coûte 11 € ou 7 € (tarif réduit). Paiement : au comptant (à bord). www.waterbus.nl.

Pour plus de renseignement sur les horaires d’arrivée et de départ des transports publics, appelez le 0900 9292 (0,70 € mn), ou consultez www.9292ov.nl.

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Bateau-taxiWatertaxi Rotterdam propose deux services de transport à Rotterdam même et dans la région.

Les bateaux-taxis classiques HNY assurent la navette entre Hôtel New York et les ports Leuvehaven et Veerhaven. Inutile de réserver, vous n’aurez à attendre que dix minutes au plus. Ils peuvent prendre une à huit personnes.

Horaires : lundi-dimanche 9 - 24h. Tarifs : aller simple 2,90 € pour un adul-te du point de départ Veerhaven et 3,60 € pour un adulte du point de départ Leuvehaven. Paiement : argent comptant (à bord), carte bancaire (unique-ment à l’appontement HNY). www.watertaxirotterdam.nl.

Points de vente• guichets automati-

ques de vente et char-gement de crédit dans les stations de métro

• points informations aux stations de mé-tro Beurs et Centraal Station

• RET-Servicewinkel (Laan op Zuid 2)

• bureaux de poste, magasins Primera et Tabac&Gifts

• Rotterdam.info (syn-dicat d’initiative) et VVV Rotterdam Info Café (carte à usage unique)

• www.ov-chipkaart.nl/webwinkel (vente en ligne).

Tarifs carte à usage unique• carte RET 1-2-3 jours

à partir de 6 €• RET 2 déplacements

en métro 4,90 €

• RET déplacement illimité, valable 2 heures 3,50 €

• Bus & tramways RET déplacement illimité, valable 1 heure 2,50 €

Modes de paiement : • carte bancaire ou de

crédit, porte-mon-naie électronique.

Pour plus d’informa-tions, consultez www.ov-chipkaart.nl ou www.ret.nl.

tariFs traNsPOrts PuBLiCsPour prendre le métro, le bus ou le tram à Rotterdam, vous devrez vous mu-nir d’une carte de transport à puce appelée « OV-chipkaart ».

Achetez une Rotterdam Welcome Card avec carte RET 1, 2 ou 3 jours comprise (à partir de 9 €, valable pour un adulte). Voir page 176 pour plus d’informations.

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Les Maastaxis ultrapides assurent un service entre divers points d’embarquement à Rotterdam et dans la région. Ils peuvent être appelés ou réservés au +31 (0)10 - 403 03 03. Ils peu-vent prendre une à six personnes.

Horaires : lundi-jeudi 7 - 24h. / vendredi 7 - 1h. / samedi 9 - 1h. / dimanche 9 - 24h. Tarifs : aller simple à partir de 6,70 € pour un adulte (dépendant du nombre de personnes et de la longueur du tra-jet). Paiement : argent comptant (à bord), carte bancaire (unique-ment à l’appontement HNY). Vous trouverez plus d’informations sur www.watertaxirotterdam.nl.

taxiLes taxis sont à votre disposition 24 heures sur 24, sept jours sur sept. Vous pourrez choisir de vous faire transporter en voiture, mais aussi en tuk-tuk ou en vélotaxi.

• Rotterdamse Taxi Centrale (RTC) / +31 (0)10 - 462 60 60 • St. Job Taxi / +31 (0)10 - 425 70 00 • Rotterdam Airport Taxi / +31 (0)10 - 262 04 06• Tuk Tuk Company Rotterdam / les arrêter dans la rue• Velotaxi (tricycle couvert) / +31 (0)6 - 15 29 59 01 (avril à septembre,

de 10 à 17h.)

VÉLOUn réseau de pistes cyclables étendu sillonne Rotterdam. La ville fi-gure dans les itinéraires à vélo conçus pour découvrir la ville et ses environs (www.fietseninregiorotterdam.nl). Il y a un service de loca-tion de vélos à la gare centrale, à partir de 6,50 € par jour (Fietspoint Rotterdam CS / T +31 (0)10 - 412 62 20). Au centre, vous pourrez garer votre vélo gratuitement au Binnenrotte et au Meent.

ParKiNgs P+r (gratuits)Le plus simple, et le plus économique, est de laisser sa voiture à l’un des parkings Park+Ride à la périphérie de la ville. Au nombre de cinq, ils sont situés à hauteur des stations de métro Capelsebrug, Hoogvliet, Kralingse Zoom, Meijersplein, Noorderhelling et Slinge (voir le plan du métro page 169). Vous pourrez vous garer gratuitement sur ces parkings surveillés si vous poursuivez votre visite par transports publics. Tous les parkings P+R ont un accès direct aux lignes des transports publics vers le centre. Vous y serez en 20 minutes, sans problème de stationnement.

ParKiNgs COuVerts (PaYaNts) Il y a de nombreux parkings couverts à proximité du centre et au centre même. Ils sont généralement moins chers que le stationne-ment dans les rues. Le système de signalisation vous dirigera vers le parking le plus proche ayant une place libre.Les tarifs varient selon les parkings, leur situation et la durée de sta-tionnement. En règle générale, plus le parking est au centre, plus il sera cher. Un exemple : au parking Schouwburgplein, le tarif d’entrée est 2 € (51 minutes), puis 1 € par 26 minutes.

Modes de paiement : carte bancaire, carte de crédit, carte prépayée ou argent comptant.

statiONNeMeNt DaNs Les rues (PaYaNt) Au centre-ville et dans les quartiers fréquentés, le stationnement payant est généralement la règle, dans certains endroits 24 heures sur 24. Les tarifs ne sont pas toutefois toujours les mêmes. Les tarifs horaires sont toujours indiqués sur les parcmètres. Les pièces ne sont pas acceptées.

Modes de paiement : carte prépayée, carte de crédit (centre et attrac-tions touristiques), carte de stationnement.

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VVV rOtterDaM iNFO CaFÉSitué à proximité de la gare centrale, le VVV Rotterdam Info Café est conçu pour trouver facilement son chemin dans la ville. Entre le guichet d’information, les nombreuses brochures de l’office du tou-risme et les ordinateurs à votre disposition, vous repérerez très vite les endroits où aller. Suivez les panneaux i Tourist Information qui vous conduiront au Grand Café Engels, où est abrité l’Info Café.

Heures d’ouverture : lundi - samedi 9 – 17h. 30 / dimanche 10 - 17 h. Stationsplein 45.

POiNts iNFOs i-serViCePlusieurs points d’informations (i-Service) à travers la ville et les en-virons offrent gratuitement divers dépliants de l’office du tourisme : Bourse/WTC, Selexyz Donner, guichet d’information Rotterdam The Hague Airport, centre commercial Zuidplein, Woonmall Alexandri-um, Centre d’information Wilhelminapier, De Vier Seizoenen (Over-schie), point infos culturelles Cultureel Informatiepunt Capelle et la bibilothèque Bibliotheek Bergschenhoek.

DisPONiBLes au VVVDÉPLIANTS ET BROCHURES • L’office du tourisme VVV Rotter-dam propose diverses brochures gratuites pour découvrir la ville au-trement. Vous les trouverez aux Rotterdam.info et VVV Rotterdam Info Café, et aux points d’informations i-Service. Ou sur www.rot-terdam.info où vous pourrez les télécharger.

• City Map - Plan de la ville avec les bonnes adresses. Un complément utile du RZine. Les deux 1 €.

• Rondje Rotterdam - Itinéraire de deux heures à la découverte des hauts lieux de Rotterdam.

• Architectuur in Rotterdam - Tous les ouvrages qui composent l’architecture spectaculaire de Rotterdam réunis dans un dépliant.

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PersONNes HaNDiCaPÉesUn certain nombre de places de stationnement dans le centre de Rot-terdam sont réservées aux personnes handicapées. Seules les per-sonnes munies d’une carte les y autorisant peuvent se garer à ces emplacements. Des toilettes accessibles aux personnes à mobilité réduite sont aménagées à différents endroits dans le centre et princi-pales attractions touristiques. Vous trouverez toutes les informations sur ces places de stationnement et l’accessibilité des bâtiments sur www.toegankelijk.rotterdam.nl.

rOtterDaM.iNFO L’office du tourisme Rotterdam.info offre une mine d’informations. At-tractions touristiques, où sortir, architecture, logement, vous y trouverez tout ce qu’il faut savoir sur Rotterdam. Le personnel sera heureux de vous renseigner, mais vous pourrez aussi découvrir par vous-même tout ce que Rotterdam a à offrir. La présentation thématique d’une foule de brochures vous permettra de vous orienter très vite. Vous trouverez dans la boutique cadeaux et souvenirs. Chèques-cadeaux, billetterie, titres de transport et cartes de stationnement sont également disponibles.

Heures d’ouverture : lundi - vendredi 10h. - 19h. / samedi 9h. 30 - 18 h. / dimanche 10 - 17 h. Coolsingel 197, tel 0900 403 40 65 (0,35 € mn). info@rotterdam.info // www.rotterdam.info.

Carte prépayéeDisponible dans divers points de vente à Rotterdam, dont le syndicat d’initiative (VVV Rotterdam) ; 5 €, 10 €, 20 € et 50 €.

Carte de station-nementPermet de stationner dans la rue. Disponible auprès d’un bureau municipal (Stadswin-kel), valable 1 ou 2

heures, une journée, une semaine ou un mois, dans tout Rotterdam ou un quartier déterminé. À partir de 1,60 € (1 heure). (Stadswinkel Centrum, Coolsingel 40)

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Vous voulez vous tenir au courant de ce qu’il y a faire à Rotterdam ? Inscrivez-vous pour recevoir la lettre d’information, avec les meilleures adresses où sortir, des promotions et concours (Néerlandais ou Anglais). Pour en savoir plus, rendez-vous sur www.rotterdam.info.

Conseil

• Rotterdam Art City - Renseignements sur les musées, les galeries et l’art dans les rues de Rotterdam.

ROTTERDAM WELCOME CARD • La Rotterdam Welcome Card per-met de bénéficier de 25% de réduction ou plus dans 54 attractions touristi-ques, musées, restaurants et clubs. Prix : 9 € / 12 € / 15 €. En vente à Rot-terdam.info, VVV Rotterdam Info Café, aéroport de Rotterdam et dans de nombreux hôtels. Commande en ligne sur www.rotterdam.info.

AUTRES SERVICES • Billets • Chèque-cadeaux VVV• Souvenirs et cadeaux*• Carte de transport ‘OV-chipkaart’ à usage unique• Carte de paiement prépayée(* uniquement à l’office du tourisme RotteRdam.info, pas à l’Info Café)

Visites De La ViLLeBouillonnante de vie, riche d’histoire et d’une architecture époustou-flante, Rotterdam se découvre aussi par ses coins cachés. Diverses vi-sites sont spécialement organisées pour les groupes pour découvrir la ville par ses chemins de traverse. Vous trouverez une liste complète des visites de la ville à la page 110.

NuMÉrOs D’urgeNCeNuméro d’urgence national (ambulance, pompiers, police) - 112Police (appel non urgent) - 0900 8844

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